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Australian Open: Novak Djokovic out to prove point on Melbourne return but body is his biggest obstacle

Djokovic is aiming for a 10th Australian Open title, one year after being deported in Covid-19 row

Evening Standard

Djokovic receives warm welcome in Melbourne return

Novak Djokovic has received a warm and enthusiastic welcome in his return to Melbourne during an exhibition match against Nick Kyrgios

The Independent UK

Kyrgios, Djokovic all clear in AO tune-up

There were no signs of lingering injury issues as Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic engaged in a light-hearted Australian Open warm-up match at Rod Laver Arena.

AAP

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Djokovic Seeks Normal Service at Australian Open to Match Nadal

Novak Djokovic resumes his Grand Slam title race with Rafa Nadal next week at the Australian Open, returning to what was his happiest hunting ground before the ugly controversy which led to his absence last year. Having arrived in Australia unvaccinated 12 months ago, the nine-times Melbourne champion was deported…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Novak Djokovic’s return to the Australian Open is not what you might expect

Twelve months on from Djokovic’s dramatic arrival in Australia and the outrage that followed, the 21-time grand slam champion returns with history on the line

The Independent UK

Going to be a lovely game of chess: Labuschagne makes changes in his game to combat Ashwin

MELBOURNE: Star Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne can't wait to engage in a "lovely game of chess" with Ravichandran Ashwin during next month's Test tour of India after making required changes in his game to combat the ace spinner.

The Times of India

Injured Weston out of netball quad series

Melbourne Vixens star defender Jo Weston will miss Australia's netball quad series in South Africa after suffering a calf injury.

AAP

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Injured Peter Handscomb in race against clock to be fit for India tour

MELBOURNE: Australia batter Peter Handscomb will be racing against time to recover for next month's India tour after suffering a hip injury.

The Times of India

2023 Australian Open Men's Seed Reports

Jon Wertheim breaks down the draw at the first major of the year.

Sports Illustrated

Nadal starts defence of Australian Open title against rising Briton Draper

Rafael Nadal will begin the defence of his Australian Open crown against the fast-rising Briton Jack Draper while the top seed in the women's draw, Iga Swiatek, launches her quest for a first crown in Melbourne against the unseeded German Jule Niemeier.

Radio France Internationale

Bench vets lead as United beat Breakers

Bench players Xavier-Rathan Mayes (20 points) and Brad Newley (14) have steered Melbourne United to an NBL win over NZ Breakers in Christchurch.

AAP

Undercooked Nadal Targets Number 23 at Melbourne Park

Rafa Nadal will head into the Australian Open undercooked and with only one win to his name since September's US Open, but it would surprise nobody if he retained the title he won for the second time last year. The ravages of two decades on tour mean Nadal has rarely…

Asharq Al-Awsat

From Novak Djokovic to Jessica Pegula: Ten players to watch at the Australian Open 2022

There is no shortage of talent on display at Melbourne Park

The Independent UK

Australian Open: Andy Murray, Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie lead British bid in Melbourne

A closer look at the British contenders in Melbourne

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

From Novak Djokovic to Jessica Pegula: Ten players to watch at the Australian Open

There is no shortage of talent on display at Melbourne Park.

Daily Mirror

Family beach photo with scary detail in background sparks fiery online debate

A family were enjoying a toddler's first visit to Carrum Beach in Melbourne when they noticed a mysterious object in the background of the photos they had taken

The Independent UK

Jack Draper draws Rafael Nadal in first round of the Australian Open

Draper has been given a chance to challenge himself against the top seed in Melbourne.

AAP

Murder accused faces Melbourne court

An alleged murderer has appeared via video link in a Melbourne court following the death of a 68-year-old man.

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The Guardian - AU

Daniel Andrews ‘couldn’t think of anything more distressing’ for victims than a state funeral for George Pell

Victorian premier says those abused ‘at the hands of the Catholic church’ are foremost in his thoughts

The Guardian - UK

Medvedev aims to arrest mini-slump with strong Australian Open showing

The Russian, a finalist last January, has dropped from world No 1 to No 8 but is determined to rediscover his best form back in Melbourne this month

The Guardian - AU

George Pell: what the five-year royal commission into child sexual abuse found

Un-redacted report released in 2020 revealed how archbishop failed to take proper steps to act on complaints about dangerous priests

The Guardian - AU

George Pell’s death could renew distress for Ballarat’s child abuse survivors

‘Sense of quiet’ in town which has the unfortunate distinction of being a hotspot of historic sexual abuse by Catholic clergy

The Guardian - AU

A local’s guide to Melbourne: ‘The best part is the element of surprise’

Victoria’s capital is rich in hidden galleries, bars and clubs, idiosyncratic buildings and exciting food, says architectural designer Nancy Beka

The Guardian - AU

Robyn Reynolds: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen (on the internet)

The British comedian shares her favourite videos and memes, including an Italian nonna, Flight of the Conchords and an Instagram dedicated to bad dates in Melbourne

Daily Mirror

Novak Djokovic sparks Australian Open fears with injury scare in exhibition match

Former world No. 1 Novak Djokovic may not get the Australian Open comeback he'd been craving as a hamstring issue threatens to derail his hopes of a 10th title in Melbourne

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