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January 5, 1994: The day world No 1 Pete Sampras was shocked by world No 205 Alami in Qatar
On this day in tennis history, then world No 1 fell to a shock defeat at the hands of a qualifier at the Qatar Open
World No 1, US Open 2021, Russian: Everything you always wanted to know about Daniil Medvedev (but never had time to find out) – updated after Rotterdam Open 2025
2021 US Open champion Daniil Medvedev is one of only 27 men to have been ranked No 1 in the world. Here is everything you need to know about the Russian, who also reached the final of the 2024 Australian Open
The “Frankenstein” and the “Sicko”: The Miraculous Return of the Special Ks
After a year of medical uncertainty and grueling rehabilitation, Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have marked their emotional return to the ATP Tour in Brisbane with a victory that proves their bond remains as resilient as their bodies.
January 4, 1981: The day unheralded Brian Teacher won his first and only Grand Slam title
Every day, Tennis Majors looks back at some of the biggest moments in tennis history. In December 1980, the in-form Brian Teacher decided to pull out of the Australian Open but a stroke of luck ensured he got back in and went on to win the title
January 3, 1972: The day Ken Rosewall became the oldest Grand Slam winner in the Open Era
Every day, Tennis Majors looks back at the biggest moments in tennis history. On January 3, 1972, Ken Rosewall won the Australian Open and created an Open Era record that stands to date
January 2, 1980: The day Guillermo Vilas won his fourth and final Grand Slam title
Aryna Sabalenka’s 2026 resolution: The “hunter” prepares Australian Open revenge on the Brisbane River
January 1, 1974: The day engaged couple Jimmy Connors and Chris Evert met with contrasting fortunes in the Australian Open finals
December 31, 1977: The day Vitas Gerulaitis won his first and only Grand Slam
“Not a newbie anymore”: why happiness on then way is the new priority for Alexei Popyrin
December 30, 1977: The day John Lloyd became the first British-born man to reach a Grand Slam final since 1938
New coach, rebuilt body: Grigor Dimitrov begins his latest climb with Xavier Malisse
December 29, 1958: The day Peru’s Alex Olmedo played for USA in the Davis Cup
Battle of the sexes 2025: Nick Kyrgios overpowers World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Dubai
December 28, 1983: The day 18-year-old Pat Cash won the Davis Cup for Australia
Draper joins Rune, Goffin on Australian Open withdrawal list
Sabalenka vs Kyrgios: Before the Battle of the Sexes, the Battle of Visions
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December 27, 1985: The day legendary Australian coach Harry Hopman passed away
December 26, 1947: The day reigning Wimbledon and US Nationals champ Jack Kramer played his first professional match