Emma Raducanu exits Australian Open after defeat to ruthless Iga Swiatek | Australian Open 2025
In recent years in professional tennis, the sight of Iga Swiatek annihilating yet another defenseless, poor opponent has become as certain as the sun rising. When Swiatek's game is flowing and her mind is clear, the combined qualities of her hard ball-striking, athleticism, and relentless focus are so great that at one point she was […]
Australian Open 2025: Raducanu v Swiatek, De Minaur and Sinner to come – live | Australian Open 2025
main events Show only major events Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Iga Swiatek break Emma Laducanu. The second-seeded Raducanu found it difficult to mount rallies, even when he landed a first serve, and his returns were disastrous. Swiatek sealed a 3-1 lead with a pinpoint backhand, beating Raducanu at the net, a […]
Jack Draper goes the distance again to beat Vukic and set up Alcaraz clash | Australian Open 2025
Throughout the early years of Jack Draper's young career, questions about his physical preparation for his chosen sport followed him wherever he went. Draper, who has battled injuries and stamina issues, has always listened to those who think he didn't try hard enough, be professional enough or care enough about his technique. Those days are […]
Australian Dollar gives up recent gains as the US Dollar edges higher – FXStreet
The Australian dollar continues to rise despite strong economic data from China released on Friday. China's GDP grew by 5.4% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2024, after reporting a 4.6% expansion in the third quarter. U.S. retail sales rose 0.4% month-on-month in December, compared to expectations for a 0.6% increase. The Australian dollar (AUD) […]
Australian Open 2025: Sabalenka in action, Alcaraz and Zverev to follow on day six – live | Australian Open 2025
main events Show only major events Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Sabalenka On the first serve, both your backhand and forehand will result in unforced errors and you will immediately be under pressure from your opponent. Honestly, Towson doesn't even need to do much, so Shonky is an early door on Sabalenka's […]
Danielle Collins blows kisses to heckling Australian Open crowd after win
American Daniel Collins defeated Australia's Destaney Aiaba in three sets in the second round of the 2025 Australian Open on Thursday, much to the delight of the jeering pro-Melbourne crowd. Playing in his first Grand Slam since switching gears after retiring, Collins, a 2022 Australian Open finalist, told the crowd to “shut up” as chants […]
Australian Open 2025: Emma Raducanu and Alex de Minaur in action on day five – live | Australian Open 2025
main events Show only major events Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Amanda Anisimova Holding serve first as a pair of strong forehand winners is too much Emma Laducanu. America leads 2-1. share at John Cain Arena Hubert Harkashfus (18) broken by Miomir Kecmanovic Serbia opens up a 3-1 lead early in the […]
Australian Dollar holds ground due to risk-on market sentiment, China’s measures – FXStreet
The Australian dollar has been supported by improving market sentiment and solid commodity prices. The Australian dollar rose on strong trade data from China and Beijing's efforts to stabilize the yuan. The US dollar fell after December's US producer price index was disappointing. The Australian dollar (AUD) remained stable on Wednesday after gaining for the […]
Daniil Medvedev smashes racket, camera during fiery outburst as he avoids Australian Open upset
Top-ranked tennis pro Daniil Medvedev faces a potentially monumental upset and destroys his camera and tennis racket australian open He entered Tuesday's first round of the Grand Slam tournament as a wild card entry, ranked 418th. Medvedev's rant In the third set, he lost a close 13-stroke battle to Thailand's Kasidith Samrej, trailing 40-15. As […]
Australian Dollar rebounds from five-year lows due to strong commodity prices – FXStreet
The Australian dollar has rebounded from US$0.6131, its lowest level since April 2020. The Australian dollar is supported by solid commodity prices, with improved market sentiment. The US dollar is being supported by an increasing probability that the Fed will keep interest rates unchanged in January. The Australian dollar (AUD) rose for the second day […]