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Serena Williams sets up Maria Sharapova rematch at Australia Open

In a repeat of last year's Australian Open final, defending champion Serena Williams will meet Maria Sharapova in the last eight.

Ana Ivanovic's coach collapses, rushed to hospital at Australian Open

Ana Ivanovic led Madison Keys 6-4, 1-0 when Sears, Andy Murray's father-in-law, collapsed.

Australian Open 2016: Novak Djokovic unimpressed despite victory

The top seed fended off two set points in a third-set tiebreak as he downed Andreas Seppi in the third round on Friday.

Australian Open 2016: Roger Federer revels in 300th Grand Slam win

After his win over Grigor Dimitrov in the third round at the Australian Open, he trails only Martina Navratilova (306) in Grand Slam wins.

Australian Open 2016: Everything clicking, Serena says

The world No. 1 has yet to drop a set at the 2016 Australian Open after making light work of Daria Kasatkina in straight sets.

Novak Djokovic shoots down 'absurd' tanking allegations

A report published by Italian newspaper Tuttosport alleges Djokovic lost on purpose in 2007 — a claim firmly rejected by the Serbian.

Australian Open 2016: Roger Federer dominant in second-round win

Alexandr Dolgopolov may have expected to test Roger Federer, but the Swiss great never allowed him the chance at the Australian Open.

Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams powers way into third round

Hsieh Su-wei was no match for Serena Williams as the world No. 1 cruised to a second-round win at the Australian Open.

Australian Open 2016: Verdasco shocks Nadal in thriller; Murray safely through

Andy Murray is safely through to the Australian Open's second round, but Rafael Nadal is heading home early from Melbourne.

Australian Open 2016: Victoria Azarenka rolls as Venus, Halep wilt in Melbourne heat

Azarenka, a two-time champion Down Under, didn't drop a game in her opening match.

Cam Newton a topic of conversation even at the Australian Open

John Isner was born and raised in North Carolina, so naturally he's a fan of the Panthers QB and thinks he could've had a career in tennis.

Australian Open 2016: Rafael Nadal out after grueling opener

Rafael Nadal was a shock first-round casualty at the Australian Open, ousted by fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco in five sets.

Australian Open 2016: Diego Schwartzman taken off court by stretcher because of cramps

A stretcher was needed to help Diego Schwartzman from the court at the Australian Open.

Australian Open 2016: Venus Williams sent packing in first-round defeat

Johanna Konta proved too much for Venus Williams in the Australian Open first round.

Australian Open men: Djokovic, Federer emphatic in Melbourne; Paire causes a racket

It was easy going for champion Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer on day one of the Australian Open, as Benoit Paire's antics caused a stir.

Novak Djokovic opens up about $200K bribe offer

The world No. 1 first revealed he was offered a large sum of money to throw a match in St. Petersburg in 2007.

Roger Federer wants names named to end match-fixing speculation

As a corruption scandal threatens to engulf tennis, Roger Federer wants those involved in match-fixing to be identified.

Novak Djokovic happy with state of tennis amid match-fixing scandal

Novak Djokovic was responding to allegations of match-fixing in tennis that emerged on day one at the Australian Open on Monday.

Australian Open women: Routine start for Serena, Sharapova; Wozniacki tumbles

It was a routine start to the Australian Open for Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova, but Caroline Wozniacki exited in round one Monday.

Australian Open 2016: Serena Williams overcomes Camila Giorgi in first-round test

Despite her lack of match practice, Serena Williams was too good for Camila Giorgi at the Australian Open.

ATP president cites 'lack of evidence' for reported failure to police match fixing

Tennis investigates all alleged match-fixing, ATP president Chris Kermode said Monday.

Australian Open overshadowed by match-fixing allegations, ATP inaction

The opening day of the Australian Open is set to be dominated by the publication of a report alleging inaction on widespread match-fixing.

Serena plays down injury fears

Serena Williams appeared to be in discomfort during a practice session in Melbourne on Saturday.

Father-to-be Andy Murray ready to leave Australian Open at any time

Should wife Kim go into labor with their first child, men's No. 2 seed Andy Murray will withdraw from the Australian Open regardless of timing.

Australian Open 2016: Men's field set; Novak Djokovic gets friendly draw in pursuit of sixth title

Novak Djokovic was given a kind draw to begin his tournament. Lleyton Hewitt will begin his final grand slam campaign against a fellow Aussie.

Australian Open 2016: Women's field set; Serena to open title defense vs. Giorgi

Serena Williams will have to navigate a tricky first-round clash in her title defense, while second seed Simona Halep faces a qualifier.

Serena Williams's slow starts draw criticism from Chris Evert

Williams will not be successful in 2016 if she continues to make slow starts to matches, according to the 18-time Grand Slam winner.

Sloane Stephens reigns supreme in prep for Australian Open

Sloane Stephens' preparations for the Australian Open are on track. The American she saw off Julia Goerges in Saturday's final in Auckland.

Serena Williams withdraws from Hopman Cup, cites knee injury

A persistent knee injury forces the world's top-ranked women's tennis player to withdraw from the tourney in Australia.

Serena Williams retires from Hopman Cup match; injury problems persist

A persistent knee injury is interrupting the world No. 1's Hopman Cup campaign and defending champ's Australian Open preparations.

Serena Williams battling knee injury in Perth

An inflamed knee has led to Serena Williams withdrawing from her opening Hopman Cup match.

Roger Federer ends Novak Djokovic's 23-match winning streak

Federer is a six-time winner of the ATP World Tour Finals and appears to be in fine form in London this week.

Novak Djokovic sets tennis records with Paris win over Andy Murray

The Paris Masters final featured the top two in the rankings, but champion Novak Djokovic appeared in a different class from Andy Murray.

John Isner upsets Roger Federer in Paris Masters tennis

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are into the quarterfinals but Federer can't overcome the big-serving American.

Serena Williams hunted down man who stole her phone

The world's top-ranked tennis player tells her crime-doesn't-pay story in a Facebook post.

Maria Sharapova downs top-seeded Simona Halep, moves to WTA Finals semis

World number four Maria Sharapova produced a stunning array of groundstrokes on her way to a 6-4 6-4 WTA Finals win over Simona Halep.

Djokovic: The best year of my life

Djokovic continues to dominate by winning the Shanghai Masters.

Serena Williams' season ends early for rest and recovery

Williams said she is cutting short her season due to her "love of the game" and plans to take "take the time to heal."

Coach: Serena Williams needs time to recover from 'painful loss'

After falling just short in her Grand Slam bid, Serena Williams is low on motivation and could sit out the rest of the 2015 schedule, her coach says.

Roger Federer fan out of 11-year coma can't believe Federer's still good

Upon waking up from his coma on Aug. 27, one of his first questions about the past decade was about Federer.

James Blake meets with NYC mayor, police commish after wrongful arrest

The former world-ranked tennis player said he believes Mayor Bill de Blasio will take appropriate steps to curb police abuse of power.

U.S. Open champion Novak Djokovic revels in 'incredible season'

The U.S. Open title completed an impressive year for Novak Djokovic, and the world No. 1 was proud of his achievements.

Roger Federer rues missed opportunities in U.S. Open loss

After losing to Novak Djokovic in the U.S. Open final, Roger Federer said he simply failed to make the most of his opportunities.

Flavia Pennetta wins all-Italian U.S. Open final, immediately announces retirement

Flavia Pennetta beat compatriot Roberta Vinci to win her first grand slam title at the age of 33.

Serena's In-Vinci-ble run over: How Twitter reacted

Roberta Vinci's stunning win over Serena Williams at the US Open was met with shock, awe and admiration on social media.

NYPD releases video of James Blake arrest

James Blake being tackled by a NYPD officer was caught on video and released Friday.

Get to know Roberta Vinci, who upset Serena Williams in U.S. Open

The 32-year-old Italian punched her ticket to the U.S. Open final by defeating No. 1 Serena Williams. You know that. Here's what you don't know.

U.S. Open: Flavia Pennetta stuns Simona Halep to reach first Grand Slam final

Flavia Pennetta, 33, reaches her first Grand Slam singles final with a straight-sets thumping of second-seeded Simona Halep.

U.S. Open women's semifinals postponed until Friday

Serena Williams' quest for her 22nd major title will resume Friday morning thanks to torrential rain in New York.

NYPD apologizes to James Blake; cop placed on assignment

NYPD commissioner Bill Bratton provides an update on the incident involving former tennis pro James Blake.

James Blake says NYPD hasn't contacted him: 'I want an apology'

Blake told "Good Morning America" that he's not treating this as a race issue and that his frustration comes with the excessive force used.

Roger Federer, Stan Wawrinka push their way into U.S. Open semifinals

Roger Federer says his flashy return of serve and his volleying have keyed his U.S. Open success this year. He'll test that theory against his fellow Swiss.

U.S. Open all about having fun for semifinalist Simona Halep

Simona Halep will make her maiden U.S. Open semifinal appearance after overcoming Victoria Azarenka in Flushing Meadows on Wednesday.

James Blake says police tackled, handcuffed him outside Manhattan hotel

Former tennis star James Blake was waiting for a car to take him to the U.S. Open on Wednesday when he was caught up in a case of mistaken identity.

Novak Djokovic, Marin Cilic set up semifinal showdown at U.S. Open

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic advanced to the U.S. Open semifinals for the ninth straight year. There, he'll face ninth-seeded Marin Cilic, the defending champion.

Venus Williams has no plans to retire after loss to Serena in U.S. Open

Venus Williams' 17th U.S. Open campaign came to an end Tuesday, but the seven-time grand slam tournament winner has no plans to retire just yet.

Simona Halep, Victoria Azarenka to clash in U.S. Open quarterfinals

Simona Halep and Victoria Azarenka both won Monday, setting the stage for a quarterfinal collision between the two.

Roger Federer overcomes challenge from John Isner in U.S. Open fourth round

Roger Federer downed the struggling John Isner on Monday at the U.S. Open.

Kevin Anderson stuns No. 3 seed Andy Murray at U.S. Open

Andy Murray's U.S. Open is over after a loss to No. 15 seed Kevin Anderson in the fourth round at Flushing Meadows.

Novak Djokovic earns quarterfinals keep with gritty win at U.S. Open

For the 26th straight grand slam, Novak Djokovic is headed to the quarterfinals as he beat Roberto Bautista Agut at the U.S. Open on Sunday.

Sister spoiler? With history on the line, Venus Williams hates to stand in way of Serena Slam

On the verge of their 27th career meeting, Venus Williams said she does not want to act as "spoiler" of Serena Williams' Grand Slam bid.

Serena Williams sets up U.S. Open showdown with sister Venus

The Williams sisters will meet again after Serena secured a quarterfinal meeting with Venus following a straight-sets win over Madison Keys.

Fognini claims historic comeback win over Nadal at U.S. Open

For the first time in his career, Rafael Nadal has been beaten at a major after leading two sets to none.

Serena Williams survives scare to keep grand slam bid alive

Bethanie Mattek-Sands gave Serena Williams a scare at Flushing Meadows but the defending women's champion stayed alive in the U.S. Open.

Ailing Andy Murray survives upset scare at Flushing Meadows

Illness is starting to affect players at the U.S. Open, with Andy Murray among them.

Caroline Wozniacki stunned in U.S. Open thriller; Simona Halep, Victoria Azarenka advance

It took more than three hours, but Petra Cetkovska eventually dumped Caroline Wozniacki from the U.S. Open on Thursday.

Drone crash interrupts match at U.S. Open

A drone crash halted a second-round match between Flavia Pennetta and Monica Niculescu at Flushing Meadows on Thursday.

Healthy at last, Eugenie Bouchard returns to form at Flushing Meadows

Former world No. 5 Eugenie Bouchard is preparing for a third-round match against Dominika Cibulkova at the U.S. Open.

Eighth-ranked Rafael Nadal says he feels more like 'No. 200' after U.S. Open win

After advancing to the third round at Flushing Meadows, Rafael Nadal said he was being treated like someone who's nowhere near the top 10.

John McEnroe lashes out at 'bonehead' Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios caught the eye for the wrong reasons again at the U.S. Open, and John McEnroe appears to be tired of his antics.

Victoria Azarenka, Caroline Wozniacki advance with ease at Flushing Meadows

Azarenka starts another title run with a first-round rout. Also, second-seeded Simona Halep reaches the U.S. Open second round when Marina Erakovic retires from their match.

Andy Murray takes advantage of erratic Nick Kyrgios to advance at U.S. Open

Nick Kyrgios' concentration lapses cost him against Andy Murray at the U.S. Open, according to the Scotsman.

U.S. Open: Roger Federer coasts into second round at Flushing Meadows

The five-time U.S. Open winner could hardly have asked for an easier day as he breezed through his first match against Leonardo Mayer.

Novak Djokovic advances in U.S. Open as limelight shines elsewhere

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is not fazed by the lack of hype surrounding him after a typically clinical start to his U.S. Open.

Serena Williams pleased following 'bizarre' win at U.S. Open

Serena Williams' first-round win at the 2015 U.S. Open was one of the stranger matches of her career.

Ana Ivanovic dumped out of U.S. Open; Serena Williams sails through

Ana Ivanovic's U.S. Open campaign lasts just one day as the women's seventh seed loses to Dominika Cibulkova. Serena Williams' Grand Slam bid remains on track, however.

Ana Ivanovic shocked by Cibulkova as U.S. Open begins

The seventh seed was dumped out in the first round by 50th-ranked Dominika Cibulkova on Monday.

Serena Williams on body image: 'I look like a normal athlete'

The world's most dominant tennis player says she doesn't let the negative comments about her body get to her.

Serena Williams says she feels no pressure in grand slam bid

World No. 1 Serena Williams aims to become the first woman since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four majors in one season.

Serena Williams is 'greatest athlete of all time,' says USTA president

There is no athlete greater than Serena Williams, according to USTA president Katrina Adams.

Nick Kyrgios dealt further ATP sanctions for Stan Wawrinka insult

The ATP has imposed further sanctions on Nick Kyrgios for his controversial comments directed at Stan Wawrinka.

Serena Williams defends Cincinnati crown

Preparing for her bid to win the calendar Grand Slam at the US Open, Serena Williams' lead-up tournament ended in perfect fashion.

Roger Federer downs Novak Djokovic for seventh Cincinnati title

Roger Federer won his seventh Western and Southern Open title as he held off world No. 1 Novak Djokovic.

Vicky Duval gets U.S. Open wild card after return from cancer

The 19-year-old from Miami took more than a year off after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma at Wimbledon last summer.

Maria Sharapova returns refreshed with eye on U.S. Open

An extended break from tennis has left the world No. 2 feeling in good physical shape as she gets ready to return to the hard courts.

Subject of Nick Kyrgios comments calls them 'unacceptable'

Nick Kyrgios' comment was unacceptable, Thanasi Kokkinakis said, and he let his good friend know his feelings on the saga.

Novak Djokovic complains to umpire: 'Someone is smoking weed'

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he got a little dizzy during his match Saturday, thanks to someone in the crowd apparently smoking cannabis.

Ted Wells buys Venus and Serena Williams' Manhattan apartment

The Deflategate investigator's bank account apparently is in good shape; he paid $2.1 million for the one-bedroom flat.

Caroline Wozniacki: WTA 'forced' me to play with injury

The former world No. 1, now ranked No. 5, claims the WTA "forced" her to play while injured in her Rogers Cup loss to Belinda Bencic.

Nick Kyrgios slights Stan Wawrinka with crude remark about girlfriend

Stan Wawrinka fell to Nick Kyrgios at the Rogers Cup, and the controversial Australian taunted him following the match.

Rafael Nadal keeps his cool, claims 47th clay-court title in Hamburg

Following a lengthy battle — and verbal spat — with Fabio Fognini, the Spaniard won the German Tennis Championships for a second time.

Serena Williams pulls out of Bank of the West Classic to rest elbow

The world No. 1 is trying to heal up ahead of the U.S. Open, so she won't play at the Stanford tournament next week.

Andy Roddick briefly ending retirement to play doubles in Atlanta Open

Almost three years after hanging up his tennis racket, Andy Roddick will team with Mardy Fish on the ATP Tour this week in Atlanta.

Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic arrested in Miami

Australian tennis ace Bernard Tomic was arrested on Wednesday on charges of resisting arrest and trespassing.

Elbow injury forces Serena Williams out of Swedish Open

Williams withdraws after one round because of persistent pain.

Djokovic keen to strut with Serena

Serena Williams could get a chance to show off her dancing skills with Novak Djokovic as they celebrate their Wimbledon wins.

Wimbledon loss leaves Roger Federer craving grand slam success

Is Federer finished? Not by a long shot.

Hingis back in a Wimbledon final

Seventeen years after her last appearance in a Wimbledon final, Hingis reached the ultimate match of the women's doubles on Friday.

Stefano Napolitano wins 'golden set' with 33 straight points

Italian tennis player Stefano Napolitano completed a golden set at a Challenger Tour event in Todi, Italy, this week.

Garbine Muguruza fairytale continues at Wimbledon; finals next

After surviving a second-set wobble, Garbine Muguruza reaches her first grand slam final with victory over Agnieszka Radwanska.

Serena Williams, Victoria Azarenka fed up with gender inequity at Wimbledon

Women's tennis players have had a tough time with Wimbledon media the past week. Their frustration may have peaked Tuesday.

Serena Williams rallies to reach Wimbledon semifinals

The top seed will face Maria Sharapova in the next round after coming back from a set down against Victoria Azarenka.

Maria Sharapova outlasts Coco Vandeweghe to reach Wimbledon semis

Sharapova was not at her best, but beat the American upstart in three sets Tuesday.

Olympic gold medalist apologizes for racially charged comments towards Nick Kyrgios

Former Australian swimmer Dawn Fraser has apologized for her comments regarding Nick Kyrgios representing Australia.

Tomas Berdych involved in awkward news conference after Wimbledon defeat

Tomas Berdych was involved in one of the more unusual post-match news conferences on Monday.

Novak Djokovic fights back after losing first two sets, will finish match Tuesday

Kevin Anderson took the first two sets in tiebreakers but the top seed won the third and fourth before darkness came.

Caroline Wozniacki ignores question about Rory McIlroy at Wimbledon

Shortly after being eliminated at the All England Club, Wozniacki was asked about her ex-fiance's ankle injury.

Serena Williams feels like her Wimbledon 'has finally begun' after beating Venus

Serena Williams was not interested in talk of winning all four grand slams this year after her win over sister Venus.

Serena too strong for sister Venus at Wimbledon

Serena Williams stayed on course to win her sixth Wimbledon title by beating her sister Venus in the fourth round.

Meet Denis Kudla, last American man standing at Wimbledon

The 22-year-old from Virginia faces Marin Cilic on Monday for a berth in the quarterfinals.

Roger Federer rolls past American Sam Querrey at Wimbledon

Querrey's power proves no match for Federer, who dazzles the Centre Court crowd en route to the third round of Wimbledon.

Rafael Nadal upset by Germany's Dustin Brown at Wimbledon

Nadal, a two-time champion, is out in the second round.

Small fire sparks post-play evacuation at Wimbledon

Following a day of intense heat at Wimbledon, 3,000 people were evacuated as a precaution as the fire brigade dealt with a "small fire".

Wimbledon ball boy OK after collapsing in record heat

Temperatures at the All England Club top the mid-90s.

Wimbledon to join Britain's minute of silence for Tunisia attack victims

The tribute Friday will be exactly a week after 30 Britons died in the massacre, the biggest loss of British lives to terrorism since 2005.

Eugenie Bouchard reveals injury after early exit at Wimbledon

Last year's Wimbledon finalist was playing with an injury and went out in the first round to the world No. 117, and also got a dress code violation for wearing a black sports bra.

Serena Williams shakes off rocky first set to win Wimbledon opener

It was not a vintage Williams performance, but she did enough to see off Margarita Gasparyan in the first round.

Nick Bollettieri: Serena Williams is 'best player in history'

Serena Williams' game is "exactly where she wants it to be" ahead of Wimbledon, according to former coach Nick Bollettieri.

Caroline Wozniacki injury scare latest jolt ahead of Wimbledon

Wozniacki, seeded fifth for the fortnight, pulls out of the Aegon International semifinal with a sore back.

Wimbledon men's draw: Novak Djokovic starts defense against Kohlschreiber

Lleyton Hewitt, the 2002 champion, could be Djokovic's second-round opponent in what will be the Australian's last Wimbledon.

Wimbledon women's draw: Serena Williams could face Venus in 4th round

Serena Williams will attempt to win her fourth consecutive Grand Slam beginning next week at the All England Club.

Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic receive top Wimbledon seeds

Serena, 32-1 and winner of the Australian and French opens, wouldn't face defending champion and No. 2 seed Petra Kvitova until the final.

Roger Federer fends off Andreas Seppi for landmark win

Seppi's battling display is not enough to prevent Federer from going into Wimbledon with an eighth Gerry Weber Open title.

Roger Federer battles past Ivo Karlovic to reach Gerry Weber Open final

Federer reaches the tournament final for the 10th time.

Retiring Lleyton Hewitt gets Wimbledon wild card

The 2002 champion will play at the All England Club for the last time as he plans to retire early next year.

Djokovic praises Murray

Andy Murray's heroic fightback proved to be in vain, but Novak Djokovic praised the Scot after winning an epic French Open semi-final.

Andy Murray rallies vs. Novak Djokovic at French Open; storm halts play

Djokovic is up two sets to one; play resumes Saturday.

Fighting illness, Serena Williams hopes to recover by French Open final

Illness threatened to get the better of the top seed in her French Open semifinal, and she hopes to feel better for the final.

Serena Williams overcomes illness to reach French Open final

The combination of illness and an inspired Timea Bacsinszky was not enough to derail Serena Williams' bid for a third French Open crown.

Andy Murray fights off David Ferrer to reach French Open semifinals

Next up for Murray: world No. 1 Novak Djokovic.

Serena Williams eases past Errani into French Open's final four

The world's No. 1 player stormed into the semifinals at Roland Garros with a routine 6-1, 6-3 victory over the Italian.

Scoreboard panel falls into crowd, injures three at French Open

French Open fans had to be evacuated after falling debris caused injuries.

Rafael Nadal sports $775,000 watch during French Open play

Rafael Nadal is wearing a very expensive watch during the French Open.

Serena Williams battles past Sloane Stephens at French Open

Top seed Serena Williams needed all of her experience to come from a set down to beat Sloane Stephens 1-6, 7-5, 6-3 at the French Open.

Maria Sharapova loses to Lucie Safarova in upset at French Open

Defending champion Maria Sharapova lost her first French Open match in nearly two years as Lucie Safarova sent the second seed crashing out.

French Open: Tsonga delights Paris with upset of No. 4 seed Berdych

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga became the first Frenchman into the Roland Garros quarterfinals with victory over Tomas Berdych.

Nadal surges into fourth round

The 'King of Clay' remains on course for a 10th title at Roland Garros.

Serena Williams rallies to defeat Victoria Azarenka at French Open

World No. 1 Williams survives a severe test and reaches the fourth round at Roland Garros.

Djokovic ends Kokkinakis' run

Novak Djokovic recorded his 25th successive win on tour with a straight-sets win over hot prospect Thanasi Kokkinakis in Paris.

Maria Sharapova battles through against Sam Stosur at French Open

Defending champion wins 6-3, 6-4 at Roland Garros.

Williams survives Friedsam scare

Williams had to rally after dropping the first set to Anna-Lena Friedsam at Roland Garros.

Fifth-seeded Caroline Wozniacki bows out at French Open

Fifth seed Caroline Wozniacki bowed out of the French Open in straight sets to Julia Goerges at Roland Garros.

No. 3 seed Simona Halep stunned in French Open bracket-buster

Having made it all the way to the final in 2014, the Romanian was eliminated Wednesday by Mirjana Lucic-Baroni, the world's 70th-ranked player.

French Open: Serena Williams says her elbow is not 100 percent

Despite a straightforward win at the French Open, Serena Williams said she is not yet at full strength.

Rafael Nadal encouraged by Roland Garros start

The nine-time champion was pleased with his first-round display against rookie Quentin Halys at the French Open.

Sloane Stephens stops Venus Williams in first round

Venus Williams was unceremoniously dumped out of the French Open first round as Sloane Stephens recorded a 7-6 (7-5) 6-1 victory.

Maria Sharapova booed after winning French Open match

The two-time French Open winner was booed by the crowd after she defeated Kaia Kanepi in straight sets.

Tomas Berdych optimistic after 'best possible start' at French Open

World number four Tomas Berdych believes he is well prepared for a tilt at the French Open title after winning his first-round clash.

Federer cruises into round two

Second seed Roger Federer won in straight sets to reach the French Open's second round but was unhappy when a fan ran onto court.

Noah in Pouille camp

Lucas Pouille has sought advice from Yannick Noah, ahead of his French Open first-round clash against Gilles Simon.

French Open draw: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal on collision course

Nadal has lost just one of his 67 matches at Roland Garros and is shooting for his 10th title at the event.

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova set course for French Open finals

Draws are announced for 2015's play at Roland Garros.

French Open: Will King Nadal be dethroned?

Rafael Nadal is rightly considered the 'King of Clay', but can Novak Djokovic end his reign at the French Open in 2015?

French Open: Potential surprises on the women's side

The French Open can throw up some surprising names from year-to-year. Here are five who could surprise at Roland Garros.

Bob Hewitt jailed for six years

Bob Hewitt won nine major doubles titles during the 1960s and '70s, as well as six mixed doubles crowns.

Nadal praises Wawrinka

After losing at his fourth straight clay-court tournament, Nadal could only praise opponent Stan Wawrinka.

Serena Williams injures elbow in Italy; Simona Halep, Maria Sharapova advance

Williams, the tournament's defending champion, drops out to recuperate for the French Open.

Murray withdraws in Rome

Following a 10-match winning run on clay, Andy Murray has withdrawn from the Internazionali d'Italia, citing fatigue.

Rafael Nadal feeling positive after falling to Andy Murray in Madrid final

Rafael Nadal was in a buoyant mood despite losing to Andy Murray in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday.

Petra Kvitova storms past Svetlana Kuznetsova to Madrid title

A run of nine consecutive games lay at the heart of Petra Kvitova's straight-set triumph over Svetlana Kuznetsova in the Madrid Open final.

Murray marches into final

Following his victory at the BMW Open last week, Andy Murray booked his place in the Madrid Open final by beating Kei Nishikori.

Kvitova 'fell in love' with tennis

World No. 4 Petra Kvitova said beating Serena Williams for the first time has reignited her love for tennis.

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova advance to semifinals at Madrid Open

Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova both secured safe passages into the semifinals of the WTA Madrid Open on Thursday.

Rafael Nadal sails into Madrid Open quarterfinals

Rafael Nadal sailed into the Madrid Open quarterfinals with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Simone Bolelli on Thursday.

Federer hails Kyrgios' serve

Nick Kyrgios continues to attract fans, with vanquished Madrid Open opponent Roger Federer hailing the Australian's powerful serve.

Federer could face Kyrgios

As Rafael Nadal looks to get back to his best, Roger Federer could meet Nick Kyrgios in the second round in Madrid.

Williams wins eighth Miami title

Serena Williams needed just 56 minutes to seal an eighth Miami Open title as she beat Carla Suarez Navarro, 6-2 6-0, on Saturday.

Williams reaches 700 wins

Williams defeats Sabine Lisicki in the Miami Open quarterfinals to reach the milestone.

Nadal on anxiety, confidence

After being plagued by injuries in 2014, Rafael Nadal says his issues these days are mental.

Djokovic edges Federer

Roger Federer fought back but still went down to Novak Djokovic in the BNP Paribas Open final on Sunday.

Serena returns to Indian Wells

A much different atmosphere greeted Serena Williams during her return to Indian Wells on Friday, ending her 14-year boycott.

Davis Cup

Great Britain will face France in the quarterfinals after Murray defeats John Isner for a 3-1 win over the United States.

Serena out of Fed Cup

Williams was replaced by Coco Vandeweghe for Sunday's singles against Argentina

Serena at Indian Wells

After a 14-year absence Williams will bid to banish her painful memories of the tournament.

Djokovic wins Australian Open

Djokovic wins Australian Open

Andy Murray fell to Novak Djokovic once more in the Australian Open final as the Serbian won his eighth grand slam title.

Djokovic battles past Wawrinka

Stan Wawrinka's Australian Open title defense came to an end at the hands of Novak Djokovic on Friday.

Australian Open: Small win for Keys

Madison Keys tried to join an illustrious pair at the Australian Open on Thursday as she showcased her talents.

Williams counters Keys

Serena Williams set up an Australian Open final against Maria Sharapova by beating Madison Keys in their semifinal.

Sharapova beats Makarova

Maria Sharapova is into her fourth Australian Open final, after dispatching with Ekaterina Makarova in straight sets on Thursday.

Williams cruises past Cibulkova

The world No. 1 crushes Dominika Cibulkova and advances to her first Australian Open semifinal since 2010.

Keys outlasts Williams

The American battled through an injury to beat her idol and advance to the women's semifinals, where she'll face another Williams: Serena.

Wawrinka fends off Garcia-Lopez

Stan Wawrinka narrowly avoided playing a five-setter, downing Guillermo Garcia-Lopez in the Australian Open fourth round.

Williams advances in Melbourne

Serena Williams survived another scare at the Australian Open, denying Garbine Muguruza in three sets to advance to the quarterfinals.

Nadal, Berdych and Murray into quarters

Rafael Nadal and Tomas Berdych prepare for a heavyweight match.

Aussie

Sharapova and Canada's Bouchard share similarities heading into the quarterfinals.

Sexism

An Australian TV personality continues to dodge flak from what critics see as a sexist act.

Wozniacki out

Victoria Azarenka, a former No. 1 making a comeback from injury, KOs Wozniacki.

Williams sisters withdraw

Venus and Serena Williams have abruptly withdrawn from the doubles tournament at the Australian Open.

AO 2015: Is there a need for 32 seeds?

Is it time for the number of seeds to be scaled back to 16, as it was pre-2001?

Power 5 schools increase scholarships

The 65 Power 5 schools passed new cost-of-attendance scholarships and concussion protocols during an autonomy forum at the NCAA convention.

Federer revels in 'special moment'

Federer defeats Canada' Milos Raonic in three tough sets to win the Brisbane International.