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When the Tiger Woods-backed TGL league first launched, golf fans were buzzing about the new initiative. However, one noticeable absence from the festivities was Paige Spiranac, the golf world’s social media sensation.

Despite her massive following and undeniable influence, Spiranac didn’t seem to be on TGL’s radar. But now, that recognition has finally arrived.

Recently, TGL highlighted Spiranac’s positive feedback in a post on their official Instagram, featuring her alongside other notable creators.

This acknowledgment signals a turning point for the influencer, who had previously shared her thoughts on the TGL launch via social media. After watching the event, Spiranac reacted online.

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Coco Gauff vs. Sofia Kenin FREE LIVE STREAM (1/12/25): Watch Australian Open online | Time, TV, Channel

Coco Gauff faces Sofia Kenin in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday Jan. 12, 2025 (1/12/25) at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Victoria.

Sofia Kenin surprises Coco Gauff in a highlight-filled, all-US match at Wimbledon | AP News

Fans can watch a majority of the action throughout the tournament for free via a trial of DirecTV Stream or fuboTV, or via a subscription to Sling TV. Select windows can also be viewed on ESPN+.

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The 10 men to win consecutive Australian Open titles: Jannik Sinner bids to join Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer

Jannik Sinner can become the 11th man in the Open Era to defend the Australian Open men’s singles title if he triumphs at this year’s event.

The Italian star won his maiden Grand Slam title at the 2024 Australian Open, while he secured his second major at the US Open in September.

Here, we look at the 10 men who have won consecutive Australian Open titles since the first Open edition was held in 1969.

Having won his home major twice in the Amateur Era, Ken Rosewall secured his third and fourth crowns Down Under at successive editions.

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Australian Open LIVE: Star retires during first round as chiefs face schedule chaos

We are just two days away from the start of the Australian Open main draw, with excitement building ahead of the first Grand Slam of the new year.

Emma Raducanu was the only British player to draw a seed in the first round, having been pitted against Ekaterina Alexandrova in her opening match. Katie Boulter will face Rebecca Marino, while Jack Draper has been drawn against Mariano Navone.

Express Sport brings you the latest news from the Australian Open

Express Sport brings you the latest news from the Australian Open (Image: GETTY)

We are just two days away from the start of the Australian Open main draw, with excitement building ahead of the first Grand Slam of the new year.

Emma Raducanu was the only British player to draw a seed in the first round, having been pitted against Ekaterina Alexandrova in her opening match. Katie Boulter will face Rebecca Marino, while Jack Draper has been drawn against

BOXING

Anthony Joshua and Martin Bakole: Nigerian and Congo boxers face off

For the first time since being knocked out cold by his British opponent in September, the former two-time heavyweight world champion faced Daniel Dubois.

The majority of AJ’s evening was devoted to discussing the possibility of a fight with Tyson Fury, which is still one of the biggest in boxing even though both fighters seem to be past their prime.

Anthony Joshua might box the heavyweight division’s dark horse if that bout doesn’t work out.

Congolese knockout fighter Martin Bakole has quietly risen through the heavyweight ranks, amassing a 22-1 record.

In August 2024, the 31-year-old had a spectacular performance, knocking out American contender Jared Anderson three times on his way to a shocking fifth-round triumph.

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Andre Agassi chooses the best among Nadal, Federer, and Djokovic: ‘You just can’t argue’

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have left an indelible mark on tennis history, with many considering them the greatest players of all time. Adding to this debate is Novak Djokovic, who continues to dominate the sport and chase more titles. Opinions are divided when determining who truly ranks as number one among the three, but Andre Agassi leaves no room for doubt.

The 54-year-old American, himself one of the all-time greats, was unequivocal in his choice. While enjoying the Australian Open, Andre Agassi spoke with The Australian and declared that Djokovic surpasses both the Spaniard and the Swiss.

“There are so many ways to look at it, but when you look at it on paper, you just can’t argue with what he’s accomplished,“ said the Las Vegas native. He continued: “The amount that he’s won, the head-to-heads, the Masters (titles), the year-end number ones, the weeks at number one… all those stats.”

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The Demolition Man: Novak Dovijokc pushes forward with his relentless approach to tennis and life

The worst athlete is the nervous athlete.

According to Novak Djokovic, this is very simple, but very sound, reasoning. He heard the viewpoint from a Serbian sportscaster whose father is a retired professional boxer. It would seem someone like Djokovic would be impervious to such thoughts. After all, he’s had arguably the most decorated career in men’s tennis history.

But even one of the game’s greatest big match players still gets anxious, even expressing himself in volatile ways.

“I don’t think it’s wrong if you experience those emotions,” he says. “I think it’s part of you, part of the competition, part of because you care about it. It’s difficult to always stay flat. I think what is important is how you bounce back. Always bring yourself back to that optimal state where you are focused on the next move, or the next point or the next moment.”

Bouncing back is what Djokovic plans on doing in 2025.

BOXING

Tyson Fury doctor ‘of interest’ after second boxer fails drugs test

A GP who claimed to work with Tyson Fury and Conor Benn is facing scrutiny from the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) after another fighter failed a doping test.

The activities of Dr Usman Sajjad are being “carefully considered” after European super-bantamweight champion Dennis McCann was suspended last month.

Dr Sajjad, who is listed at Churchtown Medical Centre in Southport, claims on his Instagram page that he is “doctor for the champ” Fury and also lists Benn among his clients.

The GP was working with Benn when the boxer tested positive in 2022 and said in a podcast interview the same year that he believed “80 to 90 per cent” of elite boxers could be using drugs. Benn has since been cleared to compete again after the National Anti-Doping Panel cleared him of any wrongdoing over his two positive drugs tests in 2022.

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Mike Tyson’s Ex-Coach Revealed Why he Bit Evander Holyfield’s Ear Off

Looking back on one of the most absurd and controversial moments in boxing history, Mike Tyson’s former trainer has explained the real reason behind why ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ took a chunk out of his opponent’s ear.

Originally billed as ‘The Sound and the Fury’, but later dubbed ‘The Bite Fight’, WBA World Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield faced off against legendary Mike Tyson in a rematch of their November 1996 bout. In the first fight, Holyfield, despite holding the title, was seen by many as the underdog after failing to impress in his fights following his return from retirement in 1995.

Surprisingly to many, Holyfield controlled the fight, dropping Tyson in the sixth round and getting him up against the ropes in the 10th and 11th respectively, the latter resulting in the fight being stopped by referee Mitch Halpern, gifting the champion an unexpected victory.

The first fight didn’t go without controversy, though, with Tyson complaining about receiving headbutts in the sixth and seventh rounds, both of which were judged as accidental.

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Daniel Dubois vows to beat Oleksandr Usyk in potential rematch if he can overcome Joseph Parker

Daniel Dubois has escalated his war of words with Oleksandr Usyk, insisting that the Ukrainian was “lucky” in their first fight and would be beaten in a potential rematch later this year.

However, Usyk’s camp has responded by insisting the Brit won’t even beat Joseph Parker when he makes the first defence of his world heavyweight title next month.

Dubois claimed the IBF title when he beat Anthony Joshua in September and has since called for an undisputed showdown with Usyk, who holds the WBO, WBA and WBC belts.

The pair first met in a controversial fight in Poland in 2023 when Dubois floored the Ukrainian with a body shot in the fifth round, which the referee ruled a low blow and subsequently gave him additional time to recover.