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Australia's last women's singles grand slam champ is encouraged by the new crop of kids coming through, but has urged fans to remain patient with their progress.

Gold Coast tennis star Kimberly Birrell loses in the Chennai Open final but claims a sportsmanship award for touching moment.

Australian number one Maya Joint falls short of reaching the Hong Kong Open final, but compatriot Kimberly Birrell wins through to the tournament decider in Chennai.

The impending departure of Rio Tinto raises concerns about the future of sporting clubs in Nhulunbuy. But there are hopes increased investment in regional sports can help sustain the community's active lifestyle.

Alex de Minaur suffers another nightmarish defeat in Paris at the hands of his old tormentor Alexander Bublik.

Teenager Maya Joint is thriving in her new position as Australia's top-ranked women's tennis player, reaching the last eight at the Hong Kong Open.

Alexei Popyrin is knocked out of the Paris Masters, while the victorious Alexander Bublik walks off court without acknowledging the Australian.

Alex de Minaur's Vienna Open ends at the semifinal stage, with the Australian falling to world number one Jannik Sinner for the 12th time in as many meetings.

Alex de Minaur reaches his 30th ATP tour semifinal in Vienna with a big win over Matteo Berrettini -- but he will have to get past his nemesis Jannik Sinner for a place in the final.

Daniil Medvedev claims his first ATP Tour tournament win since 2023, while Elena Rybakina's push to reach the WTA Finals gathers momentum.