Why is the Australian Open starting on a Sunday? The move follows the French Open as the opening grand slam of the year becomes a 15-day event The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2023
Nick Kyrgios leaves nobody in doubt about his thoughts on Saudi investment into tennis The ATP Tour has held talks with Saudi Arabia after them investing in the sport and Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios is in favour of the Kingdom getting involved financially Daily Mirror · Jun 27, 2023
‘Sign me up’: Nick Kyrgios welcomes potential Saudi investment in tennis Nick Kyrgios has welcomed Saudi Arabia’s interest in tennis as officials consider increased contributions from the country’s Public Investment Fund The Guardian - AU · Jun 27, 2023
Tennis won't be divided by Saudi interest: Tiley Saudi Arabia is poised to invest in the ATP tour but Australian Open chief Craig Tiley is confident tennis won't be divided like how golf was split by LIV. AAP · Jun 27, 2023
Aussie Open CEO Says Djokovic Played Through Serious Injury The World No. 1 previously shot down any speculation about him “faking” an injury. Sports Illustrated · Feb 1, 2023
Novak Djokovic won Australian Open despite playing with major hamstring tear The 35-year-old won the year's first Grand Slam but the full extent of his injury concerns has made the achievement even more impressive Daily Mirror · Feb 1, 2023
Australian Open Sets Grand Slam Attendance Record The Australian Open set a Grand Slam attendance record with more than 900,000 spectators visiting over three weeks, organizers said on Tuesday, despite the absence of some big-name players and schedule disruptions due to rain. A record 839,192 fans flocked to Melbourne Park from Jan. 16-29 for the first tournament… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 31, 2023
Court dramas allow Australian Open to overrule controversies Two worthy champions in Djokovic and Sabalenka plus Murray’s heroics helped make it a Happy Slam again The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2023
It’s Unclear If Novak Djokovic’s Dad Will Watch The AO Final After Posing W/ Russian Supporters Novak says the event has been interpreted in “a really wrong way”. Pedestrian.tv · Jan 29, 2023
Australian Open director Craig Tiley calls on tennis, other sports to do more to support Ukrainian athletes Australian Open director Craig Tiley defends the decision to ban Russian flags from Melbourne Park, and sends a message to his sport to provide more support and financial assistance to Ukrainian players away from their war-torn country. ABC News · Jan 29, 2023
Novak Djokovic’s dad faces Australian Open ban decision as tournament chief speaks out Novak Djokovic's father Srdjan is facing an anxious wait over whether he will be allowed to attend his son's Australian Open final after his interaction with pro-Russia fans Daily Mirror · Jan 28, 2023
Australian Open Chief Tells Djokovic Family: 'Be Really Careful' Australian Open chief Craig Tiley on Saturday advised Novak Djokovic's family to be "really careful" of people using the tournament's global exposure as a platform for "disruptive" purposes. It follows a video posted on a pro-Russian YouTube account showing Djokovic's father Srdjan posing in Melbourne Park with a fan holding… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 28, 2023
Novak Djokovic joins calls for Australian Open to address schedule issues Novak Djokovic has added his voice to calls for changes to be made to the Australian Open schedule amid growing concern over player welfare The Guardian - AU · Jan 22, 2023
Australian Open chief responds to Andy Murray criticism over tournament rules Andy Murray's Australian Open victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis did not finish until after 4am - but the tournament director does not believe change is needed to the schedule Daily Mirror · Jan 20, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2023 ‘He should be in bed’: Andy Murray’s will to win awes his fellow players Relentless drive of 35-year-old sets up third-round match against former Australian Open foe Roberto Bautista Agut
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2023 Late nights and fluffy balls: players pile in on Australian Open teething trouble The Australian Open has come in for criticism over its scheduling and its balls but there are changes planned by organisers
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2023 Murray match highlights how tennis can be an all-night sport Andy Murray was pleased with the result but not happy about the circumstances after finishing an Australian Open victory after 4 a.m. His marathon raised anew the issue that tennis has shown it is that rare sport where folks sometimes need to play all night
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2023 Australian Open boss defends schedule after Andy Murray’s 4am finish Craig Tiley said there was ‘no need’ to alter the tournament schedule despite the third latest match in tennis history
The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2023 Afternoon Update: Ardern endured ‘unprecedented’ level of abuse; Australian Open schedule slammed; and a ‘Toadzilla’ in Queensland Political figures say attacks on New Zealand leader may have contributed to her stepping down
The New Daily · Jan 20, 2023 ‘Not beneficial’: Andy Murray takes swing at Australian Open over early-morning finish Andy Murray says he would be "snapping" if he was the parent of a ballkid working until 4:05am, when his Thursday night game ended.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2023 No plans to change Australian Open scheduling despite backlash over ‘crazy’ 4am finish The Australian Open will not amend its scheduling despite coming in for criticism after an epic encounter between Andy Murray and Thanasi Kokkinakis
AAP · Jan 20, 2023 No plans to alter punishing Open schedule There are no plans to introduce a curfew or alter scheduling at the Australian Open despite an outcry over brutally late finishes at Melbourne Park.
The New Daily · Jan 16, 2023 Unexpected Nick Kyrgios injury withdrawal leaves fans chasing new hope A punishing Monday practice session with best buddy Thanasi Kokkinakis was the moment Nick Kyrgios knew his Australian Open 2023 was over.
Los Angeles Times · Jan 15, 2023 Helene Elliott: Novak Djokovic returns to Australian Open with Grand Slam record in sight Novak Djokovic lost the only court battle of any kind that he faced in Australia last year.
ABC News · Jan 14, 2023 Craig Tiley says United Cup is here to stay as part of Australian Open build-up Tennis Australia chief executive Craig Tiley backs the United Cup to become "the pre-eminent global teams' event" in tennis, amid calls for changes to be made to the competition following its debut.