Shang, once the world’s top-ranked junior, Wu Yibing and Zhang Zhizhen played men’s singles in Melbourne, the first time three men from China competed at a Grand Slam in the Open era.
Tag: Tennis
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At the Australian Open, Ben Shelton Is Ready to Go Global
Shelton, 20, is already ranked in the top 100 after a late-season surge last year. Now, he’s embarking on his first full season on tour and his first trip outside the United States.
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Nick Kyrgios Is Coming for Tennis
On the eve of the Australian Open, the electric, sometimes eccentric tennis star has become the sport’s biggest draw, but he’s also its riskiest pitchman.
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Australian Open Organizers Hope the Drama Stays on the Court
Covid-19, wildfires and extreme heat have all disrupted the tournament in the past.
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With the Australian Open Set to Begin, All Eyes Are on Rafael Nadal
The defending champion, Nadal has lost six of his last seven tour singles matches and is struggling with his timing, confidence and composure. But don’t count him out.