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Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka thanks fans for "all the love" after French Open withdrawal
Naomi Osaka's openness regarding her mental health has drawn widespread praise.
Jun 5, 22:22
England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020
Eddie Jones warns England veterans over need for young talent
The England chief wants to unearth more players like Tom Curry and Sam Underhill this summer.
Jun 5, 22:05
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Spanish Grand Prix on May 9, 2021
Lewis Hamilton slams French Open organisers
Naomi Osaka, 23, was ordered to pay £10,500 by Roland Garros chiefs after she refused to speak to the media following her first-round win.
Jun 3, 14:08
Katherine Grainger attends the British Olympic Ball at The Dorchester on October 30, 2013
Katherine Grainger: 'Every athlete will understand Naomi Osaka'
Dina Asher-Smith and Katarina Johnson-Thompson have come out in support of the tennis star this week.
Jun 3, 13:32
Naomi Osaka celebrates winning the 2020 US Open on September 12, 2020
Meditation app Calm pledges support for Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka's refusal to carry out press conferences has become one of the main stories of the French Open
Jun 3, 08:11
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny after the match on March 27, 2021
Stephen Kenny empathises with Naomi Osaka
The Ireland boss accepts media duties are part of his job.
Jun 2, 19:17
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka offered support by Grand Slams after French Open withdrawal
The tennis world has been reacting to Naomi Osaka's shock decision at Roland Garros.
Jun 1, 18:44
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
A closer look at Naomi Osaka following French Open boycott
The 23-year-old said that she did not want to be a distraction and would be taking time away from the court.
Jun 1, 00:00
Roger Federer celebrates at the French Open on May 31, 2021
French Open roundup: Federer stars as Osaka withdraws
Federer returned to the grand slam stage after 16 months away with an impressive 6-2 6-4 6-3 victory over Denis Istomin.
May 31, 22:52
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka to withdraw from French Open amid media boycott
Naomi Osaka was fined for skipping media duties following her first-round win.
May 31, 19:42
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante lifts the Champions League trophy on May 29, 2021
The best pictures from this weekend's sporting action
Chelsea excelled in Porto, Brentford and Blackpool tasted victory at Wembley and the French Open began at Roland Garros this weekend.
May 31, 07:51
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
French Open roundup: Naomi Osaka secures first-round victory
Naomi Osaka spoke briefly on court after a 6-4 7-6 (4) win at Roland Garros.
May 30, 16:39
Johanna Konta pictured at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Johanna Konta arriving for French Open with "sense of confidence"
Johanna Konta will take on Sorana Cirstea in the opening round at Roland Garros.
May 28, 18:57
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
WTA reminds players of media responsibilities amid Naomi Osaka boycott
Naomi Osaka's decision not to do any press during the French Open has been the talk of tennis.
May 28, 13:29
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka will not talk to media at French Open
The world number two feels news conferences put an unfair burden on players.
May 27, 08:50
Nadia Podoroska reacts to beating Elina Svitolina at the French Open on October 6, 2020
Tennis roundup: Nadia Podoroska beats Serena Williams in Rome
Veteran American Serena Williams was playing the 1,000 match of her career.
May 12, 23:14
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning the Australian Open on February 21, 2021
The weekend's sporting action in pictures
Raheem Sterling's goal earned Manchester City an 18th straight win, while Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic were victorious in Melbourne.
Feb 22, 08:30
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Five talking points from the 2021 Australian Open
Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka claimed the singles titles and Serena Williams is still waiting for a record-equalling 24th grand slam.
Feb 21, 16:24
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Australian Open Day 12: Naomi Osaka storms to fourth grand slam title
The story of the penultimate day of action from Melbourne Park.
Feb 20, 16:45
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka staying grounded after Australian Open triumph
Naomi Osaka has followed in the footsteps of Monica Seles and Roger Federer by winning her first four grand slam finals.
Feb 20, 14:29
Naomi Osaka pictured at the Australian Open in February 2021
Naomi Osaka insists tennis is not life or death
Naomi Osaka will take on Jennifer Brady in the final in Melbourne on Saturday.
Feb 19, 15:50
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Australian Open roundup: Serena Williams bows out in semi-finals
The story of the 11th day of action Down Under.
Feb 18, 12:25
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Tokyo Olympics organising committee appoint Seiko Hashimoto as president
The 56-year old replaces Yoshiro Mori after he resigned having caused uproar when he said that meetings involving women tended to "drag on".
Feb 18, 11:19
Jennifer Brady pictured at the Australian Open on February 18, 2021
Jennifer Brady beats Karolina Muchova to reach first grand slam final
The 25-year-old will take on Naomi Osaka at Melbourne Park on Saturday.
Feb 18, 08:29
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Serena Williams tearful after loss to Naomi Osaka at Australian Open
Serena Williams had once again came up short in her 10th attempt to move level with Margaret Court's haul of 24 major titles.
Feb 18, 08:20
Naomi Osaka pictured at the Australian Open in February 2021
Naomi Osaka beats Serena Williams to secure spot in Australian Open final
It was another setback for 39-year-old Serena Williams.
Feb 18, 08:19
Novak Djokovic celebrates at the Australian Open on February 14, 2021
Australian Open roundup: Williams and Djokovic advance to final four
The story of the ninth day of action from Melbourne Park.
Feb 16, 17:26
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Serena Williams excited for semi-final with "cool cat" Naomi Osaka
Serena Williams produced a strong display to beat Simona Halep 6-3 6-3 in the quarter-finals in Melbourne on Tuesday.
Feb 16, 12:50
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Serena Williams sets up Australian Open semi-final tie with Naomi Osaka
Serena Williams claimed a 6-3 6-3 victory to reach her 40th grand slam semi-final.
Feb 16, 10:17
Naomi Osaka pictured at the Australian Open in February 2021
Naomi Osaka books place in Australian Open semi-finals
An early break settled Osaka's nerves and she took control of the match behind an unerring first serve.
Feb 16, 08:35
Novak Djokovic celebrates at the Australian Open on February 14, 2021
Australian Open roundup: Novak Djokovic battles past injury to advance to final eight
The story of the seventh day of action from Melbourne Park.
Feb 14, 16:07
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Australian Open roundup: Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka progress to quarter-finals
Serena Williams defeated Aryna Sabalenka while Naomi Osaka saved match points against Garbine Muguruza.
Feb 14, 08:40
Rafael Nadal in action at the Australian Open in February 2021
Australian Open roundup: British singles hopes ended by ruthless Rafael Nadal
The story of the sixth day of play at Melbourne Park.
Feb 13, 14:38
Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring a hat-trick on his Manchester United debut in 2004
Friday's sporting social: Remembering Wayne Rooney magic
The former England striker has enjoyed February 12 in the past.
Feb 12, 17:53
Serena Williams celebrates beating Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open on February 8, 2021
Australian Open to continue without fans due to Melbourne lockdown
The tournament had been played in front of a reduced capacity for the opening five days.
Feb 12, 08:44
Great Britain's Katie Boulter celebrates victory on April 21, 2019
Katie Boulter "pretty upset" after first-round Australian Open exit
The 24-year-old Briton had been optimistic of a strong showing after a strong lead-up week.
Feb 8, 08:54
Naomi Osaka celebrates with the US Open trophy on September 13, 2020
A look at five standout matches in the first round of the Australian Open
The first grand slam of 2021 starts on Monday.
Feb 7, 09:29
Serena Williams pictured at the French Open on September 28, 2020
Serena Williams "super confident" about Australian Open despite injury
Serena Williams withdrew from the Yarra Valley Classic on Friday citing the injury.
Feb 6, 09:15
Dan Evans pictured in September 2020
Dan Evans and Cameron Norrie paired together in Australian Open
Preparations for the year's first grand slam are back on track after the 507 people retested for coronavirus all returned negative results.
Feb 5, 08:21
Rafael Nadal reacts after beating Stefanos Tsitsipas at the ATP Finals on November 19, 2020
Five talking talking points ahead of this year's Australian Open
The PA news agency looks at five of the pressing issues ahead of the event at Melbourne Park.
Feb 3, 08:11
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