Tennis Australia has reiterated its stance against players competing in Russia after Thanasi Kokkinakis participated in an exhibition tournament in St. Petersburg. The organization advises athletes against playing in Russia and is working with the Australian government to educate players about the potential consequences.
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After Paula Badosa’s semifinal loss at the 2025 Australian Open, she reflected on her journey and life’s beauty despite setbacks. Stefanos Tsitsipas supported her, emphasizing her success in both tennis and life.
Greek Tennis Player Maria Sakkari Enjoys Moments of Relaxation After Early Exit from Australian Open
Maria Sakkari had the chance to enjoy some well-deserved moments of relaxation after her early exit from the 2025 Australian Open.
Sakkari, Greece’s top-ranked female tennis player, was defeated in a hard-fought match against Camila Osorio, failing to advance to the second round of the Grand Slam tournament.
Paula Badosa achieved a career milestone by defeating Coco Gauff 7-5, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal at the Australian Open. This victory marks a significant moment in Badosa’s comeback, one year after she started her journey in Australia.
Georgios Frangulis, Aryna Sabalenka’s boyfriend, reacts to Nick Kyrgios’ humorous video parody about Novak Djokovic’s recent Australian Open controversy, showing his support for the Belarusian star while enjoying the lighter moments of the tournament.
Paula Bandosa has made it to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open after defeating Olga Danilovic. She is now set to face world No. 3 Cori Gauff for a chance to reach her first major semifinal. Bandosa discusses her respect for Gauff and her preparations for this pivotal match.
Greek tennis players Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari are experiencing a drop in their world rankings due to results at the Australian Open. Tsitsipas is expected to fall to No. 13, while Sakkari could slip to No. 31, depending on upcoming performances in the tournament.
Novak Djokovic refused an on-court interview at the Australian Open, demanding an apology from Nine Network after reporter Tony Jones mocked Serbian fans. The incident, following Djokovic’s victory over Jiří Lehečka, has sparked debate and highlighted ongoing tensions between the tennis champion and the media.
In a challenging start to the Australian Open doubles tournament, Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have been forced to retire from their first-round match due to injury concerns. Kokkinakis’ pectoral injury was pivotal in the decision, handing victory to fellow Australians Aleksandar Vukic and James Duckworth.
Džumhur and Tsitsipas Advance to Second Round of Australian Open Doubles**
In an intense and thrilling match at the Australian Open, Damir Džumhur and Petros Tsitsipas secured their spot in the second round of the doubles competition. The duo defeated the Indian-Polish pair of Anirudha Chandrasekar and Karol Drzewiecki in a closely contested battle, emerging victorious with a score of 2-1, clinching the sets 7-6, 2-6, 7-6.
Now it’s the Greek tennis star’s turn to show support. Tsitsipas be on the sidelines, staying in Australia as the World No.12 continues her campaign.
Their relationship, which blossomed in 2023, has always been a source of inspiration for both players. Tsitsipas once shared to a Spanish magazine Hola, how he first noticed Badosa at the 2020 Australian Open. He said, “It was love at first sight, and from that day on, I was completely mesmerized
There’s no guarantees with surgery. One thing is for sure: I can’t keep doing what I’m doing. It’s mental torture and physical torture,” Kokkinakis said, revealing a tear in his pectoral and significant scar tissue that has been hampering his ability to compete at the highest level.
Jack Draper and Thanasi Kokkinakis battled fiercely in one of the Australian Open’s most grueling matches. Spanning over 4.5 hours, the five-set thriller saw Draper display remarkable resilience and tenacity to secure his win in front of a spirited local crowd.
Stefanos Tsitsipas has decided not to participate in the Davis Cup matches for Greece against Egypt on February 1-2. Initially planning to join the team, Tsitsipas revised his plans to better prepare for the Rotterdam tournament, leaving Greece to appoint Stefanos Sakellaridis as their new No.1 player. This decision follows the recent return of Apostolos Tsitsipas as team captain.
After Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari’s early exits from the Australian Open, Petros Tsitsipas steps into the spotlight in the men’s doubles event. Originally meant to compete alongside his brother, Petros will now partner with Damir Džumhur from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Their first match is scheduled against John-Patrick Smith and Gonzalo Escobar on January 16, marking a significant opportunity for the younger Tsitsipas on the Grand Slam stage.
Nick Kyrgios faced an early exit from the Australian Open after a straight sets loss to Jacob Fearnley. Despite tie-breaks in two sets and an ongoing abdominal injury, Kyrgios couldn’t secure the win.
In a surprising turn at the Australian Open, young Alex Michelsen stunned World No. 11 Stefanos Tsitsipas with a first-round victory, marking the tournament’s first major upset and highlighting the emergence of a promising new talent.
Stefanos Tsitsipas has withdrawn from the doubles competition at the 2025 Australian Open to focus entirely on his singles campaign, following a challenging 2024 season. With the goal of claiming his first Grand Slam title, Tsitsipas is taking a calculated risk by prioritizing rest and recovery over warm-up events, amidst fierce competition from top players. His journey in Melbourne is set to capture significant attention as he seeks redemption.
“Honestly, I couldn’t ask for anything more from my father. He was an exceptional coach, in my opinion. He has done more than what he could have done as a coach. I am truly grateful to him. I think he is a great person. For the sacrifices he has made for over a decade, not just in the last few years, but for his whole life, he has gone through a lot of anxiety.”
Nick Kyrgios has declared himself fit for the Australian Open despite an abdominal strain earlier this week. “Felt pretty good out there this morning,” Kyrgios said, reassuring fans ahead of his first-round match.