Wozniacki sets up potential third-round showdown with Sharapova
Defending champion Caroline Wozniacki eased past her second round opponent Johanna Larsson 6-1 6-3 in a one-sided clash at the Australian Open on Wednesday.
‘Youth power’ key to success for teenager Potapova
The intense pressure of the professional circuit can be taxing for a 17-year-old but Anastasia Potapova of Russia is banking on “youth power” as she aims to make an impression in her Australian Open debut in Melbourne.
Fifth seed Anderson knocked out of Australian Open in four sets
Australian Open fifth seed Kevin Anderson lost his second round match to Frances Tiafoe 4-6 6-4 6-4 7-5 in a major upset on the third day of the Grand Slam on Wednesday.
Australia’s Barty shines brightly as compatriots stumble
Australia’s top-ranked player Ashleigh Barty beat Wang Yafan 6-2 6-3 in a straight-forward affair on Wednesday, propelling the home country’s leading prospect into the third round.
WADA will not get report until team out of Russia
Due to a threat of interference in the collection of doping data and safety concerns for their inspection team, the Compliance Review Committee (CRC) will not file a report until the Moscow mission is complete, said the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) …
Sumo-Injury-plagued grand champion Kisenosato retires
Sumo wrestling grand champion Kisenosato has retired following a third successive loss at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, his stable master confirmed on Wednesday.
NFL notebook: Eagles still committed to Wentz
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson didn’t waste any time putting an end to speculation about the team’s quarterback situation next year.
Atlanta airport says ready for Super Bowl crush despite shutdown
Atlanta airport will be ready to field the tens of thousands of additional visitors expected for next month’s Super Bowl despite the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which has left critical airport personnel unpaid, a spokesperson said Tuesday.
Doping: WADA will not get report until team out Russia
Due to a threat of interference in the collection of doping data and safety concerns for their inspection team, the Compliance Review Committee (CRC) will not file a report until the Moscow mission is complete, said the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) …
Soccer: Austin becomes latest MLS expansion team
Major League Soccer will become the first major sports league to have a team in Austin after the Texas capital was unveiled as its latest expansion club on Tuesday.
