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From Melbourne to Beijing


Four Australian Open ball kids are working at the China Open in Beijing this week.


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Kyrgios pledges $50 per ace to Puerto Rico


Nick Kyrgios is putting his vaunted serve to full effect, with every one of his aces helping hurricane…


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Peers sets new milestone


It has been a season to remember for world No.2-ranked doubles player John Peers.


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Barty eliminated in Beijing


World No.3 Elina Svitolina ends Ashleigh Barty's China Open campaign in the second round.


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Tomic tumbles in Tokyo


Bernard Tomic fell in the second round of the Rakuten Japan Open in Tokyo on Wednesday to Diego…


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Roger Federer Signed Gear From The 2017 US Open

Roger Federer, the 2017 Australian Open and Wimbledon winner, has signed some of his gear from this month’s US Open, with proceeds going to his foundation. (None of those Fed/Jordan sneakers?) He did this earlier in the year for his AO and Wimbledon wins, too- and of course he signed a few Wilson frames. Note- […]

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This Tennis Ball Can Is Not What You Think!

A can of tennis balls? It’s actually the HSP-60 PRO, a wireless speaker  – no balls.  It comes packed in an original HEAD tennis ball tube making it a perfect gift for tennis lovers (especially those that play with HEAD equipment). Fully charged, the 7.07″ x 2.56″ x 2.36″ speaker (180 x 65 x 60 mm) […]

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Wilson Tennis Creates “Battle Of The Sexes” Retro Gear

By now many tennis fans have seen the new movie Battle of the Sexes, about the famous 1973 Billie Jean King/Bobbie Riggs tennis match. (You can read more about BJK’s dress style here.) You can get that dress and you can get yourself something that reminds of the milestone match. Wilson Tennis has released a […]

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A Tennis Dress With A Feminist’s Agenda

The film Battle of the Sexes comes out this week timed with the real event’s 44th anniversary. The actual match is arguably one of the most symbolic battles in sports. Let’s take a look at what Billie Jean King selected to wear that night.  It was a perfect choice, a tennis dress with a feminist’s […]

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Buying Custom Orthotics Online Just Got Easy

I’ve been wearing the same custom orthotics for many years. They’ve been helpful in preventing knee and hip pain caused by repetitive motion with an uneven gait. Because my orthotics were old and breaking down, however,  I’ve been looking to buy a new set. Hello Upstep. The company fits and manufactures custom orthotics for all […]

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Ebden almost upsets Goffin


Australian Matthew Ebden gave David Goffin a scare in their Japan Open second round match, pushing the world…


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Gavrilova determined to bounce back


After a slow start, Daria Gavrilova fought back to challenge Czech Barbora Strycova in a China Open third…


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Brisbane International: defending champs Dimitrov, Pliskova to return


After beginning their 2017 seasons in the finest possible style at the Brisbane International, Grigor Dimitrov and Karolina…


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Aussie results daily update, 5 October


All the latest Aussie results from home and abroad.


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Pratt: Gavrilova’s consistency now matching ability


Daria Gavrilova's improved week-to-week consistency is, according to Nicole Pratt, a sign of her enhanced belief that she…


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Nike Reveals The New NikeCourt Zoom Vapor RF X AJ3 “Atmos”

Nike has revealed the flip side to the coin- when they rolled out the limited edition Jordan/Federer shoe at the US Open, it was speculated that there would be a follow-up sequel in October. Well, it’s October and here it is. The shoe with possibly the longest name in tennis gear history- the NikeCourt Zoom […]

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Skapri or Skegging | 4 New Tennis Skirts with Leggings

As the temperatures drop up here in the north we are quickly turning to warmer tennis apparel. Tennis skirts with leggings (skapris or skeggings as some call them) are popular.  A skapri gives your bum and thighs coverage and looks a little more finished as compared with leggings alone. Here are a few to add […]

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Martina Hingis Returns to World #1 Again Today

Martina Hingis returns to WTA World No.1 in doubles today following a trophy-laden season, capturing her eighth title of 2017 at the Dongfeng Motor Wuhan Open (alongside Chan Yung-Jan) on her 37th birthday on Saturday. This Swiss star has previously held the top doubles ranking for 66 non-consecutive weeks, having first captured the No.1 spot […]

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Nine Must Haves From Nike’s New Men’s Winter Line

We’re barely into fall, but Nike’s looking ahead to winter with this new line for men. This is what their sponsored pros will be wearing through the fall and up ’til the Australian Open- though we may see something event-specific for the ATP Finals, no? And speaking of Rafa… Nike Men’s Winter Rafa Court Jacket […]

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Venus Williams Draws Fashion Inspiration From the Art of Frida Kahlo

Eleven By Venus William’s latest fashion collection is called Floral Brocade. The multi piece line draws inspiration from the the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in an effort to express the parallels between art and athleticism. Ms. Kahlo transformed the art world with her self portraits and use of florals and incorporation of beautiful colors. Despite the challenges […]

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