Australian Open organisers have defended their use of behind-the-scenes cameras after World No.3 Coco Gauff’s now infamous racquet smash ignited a fierce debate on privacy around the tennis world. The American has received strong support from a number of the world’s best players after calling for changes to the number of cameras being used and … Read more
The Australian Open was delayed by rain on day one (WILLIAM WEST) Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen overcame a sluggish start to blast into the Australian Open second round Sunday as storms caused havoc ahead of Aryna Sabalenka beginning her quest for a historic third consecutive crown. Fifth seed Zheng, last year’s losing finalist, had the … Read more
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen made the most of the indoor conditions under a roof at Rod Laver Arena to advance to the second round of the Australian Open in straight sets Sunday while it poured with rain outside. In her first match on Melbourne Park’s main court since her loss in … Read more