TENNIS

Naomi Osaka announces pregnancy, won't return to tennis until 2024

Naomi Osaka announces pregnancy, won't return to tennis until 2024

Former world No.1 Naomi Osaka has announced that she is pregnant and will not play tennis again until 2024. After opting out of next week’s Australian Open, many fans and experts were left confused as to why the 25-year-old would not be taking part in the grand slam.

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Alex de Minaur pulls off massive win over Rafael Nadal in United Cup clash

Alex de Minaur pulls off massive win over Rafael Nadal in United Cup clash

Alex de Minaur has pulled off one of the biggest wins of his career, defeating World No.2 Rafael Nadal on Monday night (AEDT) in Sydney. The 23-year-old has taken a leading role during the early stages of the United Cup due to the absence of Nick Kyrgios, but will be unable to help Australia out of the early stages after Great Britain sealed to spot in Group D.

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United Cup 2023: When is it, groups, nations, players, schedule, cities and how to watch new tennis tournament

United Cup 2023: When is it, groups, nations, players, schedule, cities and how to watch new tennis tournament

A brand new tournament has kicked off the 2023 summer of tennis in Australia, with the United Cup replacing the ATP Cup. National teams are going toe to toe, as some of the sport’s biggest names compete in the mixed warm-up event ahead of the Australian Open.

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'We're not machines': Roger Federer highlights mental health impact of pro tennis circuit, can 'understand' players who retire early

'We're not machines': Roger Federer highlights mental health impact of pro tennis circuit, can 'understand' players who retire early

The intense nature of professional tennis circuits has a negative impact on players' mental wellbeing, according to Roger Federer. The now-retired tennis great had a highly-successful 24-year career in the sport, but has now been able to reflect on the demands of the touring lifestyle.

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Simona Halep doping: Former world No.1 provisionally banned for using Roxadustat

Simona Halep doping: Former world No.1 provisionally banned for using Roxadustat

Former world No.1 Simona Halep has been provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive to a banned substance. The two-time Grand Slam winner’s sample that was provided at August’s US Open tested positive for Roxadustat.

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