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Davis Cup hero Kokkinakis repays then lauds Hewitt
Humble hero Thanasi Kokkinakis is hailing Lleyton Hewitt as “the best coach in the world” after the injury-plagued talent answered a courageous captain’s call with a Davis Cup win for …
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Kokkinakis, doubles duo earn Davis Cup triumph over US
Inspired captaincy, a nerve-shredding underdog’s win for Thanasi Kokkinakis and good old-fashioned Australian doubles pedigree has powered Australia to a shock 2-1 win over the USA and into the semi-finals …
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Injury-free Kyrgios locked in for Brisbane return
Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he will make his long-awaited return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International after playing only one Tour match in more than two years. The 29-year-old …
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Nick Kyrgios confuses Greek heritage, mistaking Ioannina for an island
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios, known for his Greek and Malaysian heritage, recently spoke about his family history on Louis Theroux’s podcast. Reflecting on his Greek background, Kyrgios mistakenly described …
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Tsitsipas hits out at ‘drag’ of longer Masters 1000 events
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas believes the decision to extend several Masters 1000 events from one week to two is having a detrimental effect on players and tournaments alike. Tsitsipas’ …
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Kokkinakis dominates in NSW Open title win
Thanasi Kokkinakis has won the NSW Open, defeating fellow Australian Ricky Hijikata 6-1, 6-1. After missing a few ATP events and sidelined since the Laver Cup in September, Kokkinakis returns …
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Tsitsipas falls to Zverev in Paris Masters quarter-finals, ending ATP finals hopes
Alexander Zverev ended Stefanos Tsitsipas’ bid for an ATP Finals spot with a decisive 7-5, 6-4 victory in the Paris Masters quarter-finals on Friday. Zverev, 27, kept his quest for …
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Stefanos Tsitsipas advances to Paris Masters quarter-finals, keeps ATP finals hopes alive
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas, seeded No. 10, fought through a challenging match to defeat Argentina’s Francisco Cerundolo 6-7 (1), 6-4, 6-2, securing a spot in the quarter-finals of the …
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Kokkinakis through to quarter-final in Sydney
Thanasi Kokkinakis is through to the quarter-finals at the Sydney Pro Tour after defeated Philip Sekulic 6-2, 7(7)-6(4). It was another strong performance by Kokkinakis, especially with his serve game, …
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Stefanos Tsitsipas through to Round of 16 in Paris
Stefanos Tsitsipas is through to the final 16 at the Paris Masters after cruising past Alejandro Tabilo 6-3, 6-4. The Greek remains in contention to reach the season-ending ATP Finals, …