The New York Times – Sports:
Deported a year ago and unable to play in 2022’s first Grand Slam tournament, Djokovic deeply felt this major title, his 22nd, calling it “a huge relief.”
Category: Australia
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Rod Laver ‘Might Have Hurt Somebody’ With a Modern Racket
The New York Times – Sports:
At 84 years old, the man with his name on the stadium sits courtside at the Australian Open. He likes what he sees.
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Djokovic Is Back in the Australian Open Final
The New York Times – Sports:
Djokovic will play for his 22nd Grand Slam title on Sunday against Stefanos Tsitsipas. Will his father, Srdjan, be in his usual seat in the stands to cheer him on?
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An Australian Open Final With Tennis and Debate on the Ukraine War
The New York Times – Sports:
Nearly a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, a Russian-turned-Kazakh will play a Belarusian in the finals, which is sure to stir the debate over whether athletes from those countries should participate in international sports.
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An Australian Open Final With Tennis and Debate on the Ukraine War
The New York Times – Sports:
Nearly a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, a Russian-turned-Kazakh will play a Belarusian in the finals, which is sure to stir the debate over whether athletes from those countries should participate in international sports.
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Frances Tiafoe’s Australian Open Outfit Scored Fashion Points
The New York Times – Sports:
Frances Tiafoe may have lost his shot at winning the Australian Open, but his swirly “himbo” look won him fashion points. (Anna Wintour approves.)
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Novak Djokovic Returns to the Australian Open, No Longer a Villain
The New York Times – Sports:
Djokovic’s deportation was major news in January 2022, but a year later, the Grand Slam tournament, country and sport seem eager to move on.
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At the Australian Open, Ben Shelton Is Ready to Go Global
The New York Times – Sports:
Shelton, 20, is already ranked in the top 100 after a late-season surge last year. Now, he’s embarking on his first full season on tour and his first trip outside the United States.
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Sometimes Tennis Is a Waiting Game. And Waiting and Waiting.
The New York Times – Sports:
Games can take a long time, and players waiting to take the court for the next match have to find ways to stay sharp.