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Bryant: As Australia burns, it's time for athletes to speak out on climate
As the Australian Open is set to begin, there is something tone-deaf about the idea of playing tennis while a country burns. Athletes are raising money for relief efforts, but it's not enough. It's time for them to raise their voices about climate change.
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Australian Open FAQ: How fires could impact first major of 2020
As smoke from nearby fires affects the air quality in Melbourne, what protocols do officials have in place to protect players, fans and staff?
Australian Open 2020 bracket, scores, schedule, analysis
All you need to know about the 2020 Australian Open in Melbourne, including the schedule, results, news, analysis and more.
AUSTRALIAN OPEN DRAW
Australian Open draw envisions epic women's matches, more Big Three
Serena Williams' path to a 24th major title is filled with former Grand Slam winners. Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer top a more balanced men's side.
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All eyes are on Serena Williams in Australia
AUSTRALIAN OPEN TUNE-UPS
Serena, Pliskova, Djokovic make compelling statements in Aussie tuneups
Serena Williams, Karolina Pliskova and Novak Djokovic scored season-opening titles, but will wins lead to success in the year's first Grand Slam?
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Djokovic: No clear favourite for Australian Open
Novak Djokovic says next week's Australian Open is wide open despite being made the hot favourite by bookmakers.
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Federer not concerned about playing in Australia smoke
Roger Federer is more worried for people and animals directly affected by the Australia bushfires rather than the issue of playing in the smoke himself.
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Osaka: 2019 was the toughest year of my life
Naomi Osaka opens up on what she has learnt over the past 12 months after a difficult 2019.
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Aus Open: Prajnesh makes main draw as lucky loser
If he wins his first-round match, Prajnesh Gunnewaran might run into Novak Djokovic.
Tennis
Sania Mirza wins Hobart Intl. doubles title on comeback
Sania Mirza has won the doubles title at the Hobart International, her first tournament back after a two-year break from the sport.
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- Barty claims Adelaide International title
- Federer: Aussie officials handled air issue poorly
- Osaka ignoring critics after 'toughest year' of life
- Open explains air quality policy amid complaints
- Top-ranked Barty rallies, reaches Adelaide final
- Murray return stalls, will skip two Feb. events
- Aussie Open 'is happening' amid smoke concerns