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Chris Evert and Jimmy Connors, 1974

January 1, 1974: The day engaged couple Jimmy Connors and Chris Evert met with contrasting fortunes in the Australian Open finals

Every day, Tennis Majors takes you back in time to recall an important moment in tennis history. On this day in 1974, Tennis's 'first golden couple' both played the final of the Australian Open - but only one of them came away with the trophy

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Alexandre Sokolowski
Vitas Gerulaitis

December 31, 1977: The day Vitas Gerulaitis won his first and only Grand Slam

Every day Tennis Majors takes you back in time to recall an important moment in tennis history. On this day in tennis history, a flamboyant American player needed five sets to beat a little known Brit to win the Australian Open

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Alexandre Sokolowski
Alexei Popyrin, Brisbane 2025

“Not a newbie anymore”: why happiness on then way is the new priority for Alexei Popyrin

Following a grueling 2025 season defined by injury and travel fatigue, world No. 54 Alexei Popyrin is rebooting his career in Brisbane with a family-first philosophy.

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John Lloyd

December 30, 1977: The day John Lloyd became the first British-born man to reach a Grand Slam final since 1938

John Lloyd made the Australian Open final by downing grass-court specialist Bob Giltinan and only narrowly lost the finale to Vitas Gerulaitis

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Alexandre Sokolowski
Grigor Dimitrov, 2025

New coach, rebuilt body: Grigor Dimitrov begins his latest climb with Xavier Malisse

Now partnering with Xavier Malisse, Grigor Dimitrov is launching a total structural 'reshuffle' aimed at reclaiming his health and proving his 44th ranking doesn't define his current game.

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Cédric Rouquette
Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka, Battle of Sexes 2025 | © Christopher Pike/Pool Photo via AP
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Battle of the sexes 2025: Nick Kyrgios overpowers World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Dubai

Nick Kyrgios marks an emotional return to tennis by defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-3,...
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On this day 28.12.2020
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December 28, 1983: The day 18-year-old Pat Cash won the Davis Cup for Australia

Every day, Tennis Majors remembers the most iconic moments in tennis history. On...
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Jack Draper, Australian Open 2025
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Draper joins Rune, Goffin on Australian Open withdrawal list

Just weeks before Melbourne, Draper confirmed he won’t travel to Australia as he...
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2025 Battle of sexes
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Sabalenka vs Kyrgios: Before the Battle of the Sexes, the Battle of Visions

One side calls it progress; the other calls it a stolen, hollow imitation....
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Wimbledon Center Court
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December 27, 1985: The day legendary Australian coach Harry Hopman passed away

Every day Tennis Majors takes you back in time to recall an important...
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Kramer OTD 12_26
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December 26, 1947: The day reigning Wimbledon and US Nationals champ Jack Kramer played his first professional match

Every day, Tennis Majors goes back in time to look back on a...
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Nick Kyrgios, 2025
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Nick Kyrgios confirms professional comeback at Brisbane International 2026

Nick Kyrgios will make his official return to the tour at the 2026...
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December 25, 1942: The day Francoise Durr was born

On December 25, 1942, Francoise Durr, one of the greatest French tennis players...
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Juan Carlos Ferrero, 2025
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‘Wounded’ Ferrero confirms 48-hour ultimatum, reveals details of Alcaraz split

Juan Carlos Ferrero breaks his silence to Marca. The 45-year-old coach details a...
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On this day 23.12.20
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December 23, 2003: Zina Garrison makes history as first Black captain of US Fed Cup team

After a stellar playing career, Garrison took over as captain from Billie Jean...
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Alexandre Sokolowski
Bjorn Borg, On this day 21.12
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December 21, 1975: Bjorn Borg leads Sweden to first ever Davis Cup title

Bjorn Borg still cites his Davis Cup triumph in 1975 as one of...
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Lendl on this day
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December 20, 1994: Lendl bids sad farewell to tennis

Ivan Lendl was 34 years old when a severe back injury forced him...
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Sweden On this Day Davis Cup 1987
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December 19, 1987: Sweden triumph over upstarts India in unlikely Davis Cup final

India were pushing for a Davis Cup upset for the ages in 1987,...
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Edberg OTD 12_18
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December 18, 1995: Stefan Edberg announces his retirement and farewell tour

Seeing his results dwindle, Stefan Edberg said he would be retiring. The six-time...
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