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Adelaide (Australia) – One of the most outspoken and unfiltered characters on the circuit, Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik didn’t hold back in criticizing the career endings of former world number ones Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray. According to him, the Spanish and British players have dragged their careers on for too long, turning their final moments on the tour into something resembling a circus.

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“I want to exit on a high note. Of course, I’m not Rafa; my legacy will be much smaller, if it can even be called that. What happened with Andy and Rafa was a circus. I can’t describe it any other way,” Bublik stated in an interview with Russian outlet Match TV.

“They achieved everything, even we players look at them in awe in the locker room, but then you see one of them bald and old. It’s clear that they are not the same anymore and never will be. In my opinion, that’s quite sad, not a circus. It would probably be more accurate to say that. Although Rafa still managed to exit on his own terms,” the Kazakh commented.

Anthony Joshua’s recent post on his official X page, featuring a photo of himself with his uncle, brother, and cousins during his visit to Nigeria, has ignited a wave of reactions from fans worldwide.

With over 2,500 replies and 4.6 million views, the random image has struck a chord, showcasing the power of family and the pride of reconnecting with one’s roots.

Fans flooded the comments section with admiration and humour, praising Joshua for remembering his roots despite his global fame.

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The caption, *My uncle, brother, and cosins 👑,”* resonated deeply with many, sparking conversations about family values, homecoming and the Nigerian culture.

One fan, @mrajakaiye, took the opportunity to encourage others to explore Nigeria, writing:

“To all AJ fans—Make sure you put visiting Nigeria 🇳🇬 on your to-do list this year. It’s the best place in the world. So many tourist attractions, amazing people, and amazing food—you’d be spoilt for choice.”

 

Jonathan Owens isn’t going to win any gold medals for his leaping display on Sunday.

The Bears safety and husband of superstar gymnast Simone Biles attempted to leap into the stands at Lambeau Field during his team’s 24-22 win over Green Bay, with Fox commentators Daryl Johnston and Kevin Kugler quipping how the 11-time Olympic medalist would likely “be shaking her head when she saw that.”

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Owens, 29, had been celebrating a first-half fumble recovery by jumping up to the wall.

Biles, 27, wasn’t far from the action, as she was seen kissing Owens on the sideline before kickoff, according to photos shared by the NFL on X.

Tiger Woods’ son accomplished a serendipitous feat — hitting a hole-in-one while paired with his dad.

The golf pro teamed up with his 15-year-old son, Charlie, during the PNC Championship on Dec. 22. At this year’s competition, which took place at the Ritz-Carlton GC in Orlando, Charlie scored his first-ever ace at the fourth hole.

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In a clip shared by Golf Channel, Charlie Woods takes his swing and looks ahead after he makes his shot, which lands on the green and straight into the hole.

Charlie Woods doesn’t seem to realize he made a hole-in-one at first, as he suddenly looks shocked and then breaks into a smile. Tiger Woods immediately goes in to hug him, followed by a loving shove.

Coco Gauff roared past Iga Swiatek to inspire team USA Sunday before Taylor Fritz sealed the United Cup title with victory over Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz in Sydney.

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Gauff opened with a statement 6-4, 6-4 win over Swiatek in 1hr 51min of hard-hitting tennis to fire a warning shot ahead of the Australian Open.

Big-serving Fritz then battled through against Hubert Hurkacz 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 (7/4) to spark wild celebrations as the Americans won the mixed-teams cup for the second time in three years after winning the inaugural event in 2023.

With a handful of Netflix docuseries leading the way, tennis is once again becoming one of the most popular sports in pop culture. One of those sports that transcend borders, it’s impossible not to get gripped with the unique mano-a-mano action.

Most importantly, tennis is for everyone, from celebrities in the stands at Wimbledon to the humble spot on the couch where you spend your summer watching the United Cup and Australian Open. Even when you’re not certain of the rules, it’s easy to follow and entertaining enough to keep your eyes glued to the match.

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Tennis is also one of the sports with the most well-known players, and names like Rod Laver, Novak Djokovic, and Serena Williams are instantly recognisable.

We’re here to provide a rundown of the greatest tennis players of all time based on standout achievements, influence, legacy, and most importantly, the number of majors they’ve won, which is how we’ve ranked our list. Without further ado, let’s check it out!

I was as excited as everyone else to hear the news that Andy Murray will be coaching Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. It makes sense for Andy – three weeks in the Aussie summer when the weather back home is rubbish for golf!

As for Novak, he’s not stupid, he hasn’t just picked him because it’s going to make the headlines – Andy is going to be a great coach.

Novak Djokovic appoints Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open | Tennis  News | Sky Sports

He’s pretty obsessive about everything he does – including his golf – and this will be no exception. He loves the stats as well and obviously has an incredible work ethic.

Talking to Andy about the game is totally different to anyone else: his level of tactical insight and his attitude. I remember before one Davis Cup match a few of us were talking about the tie and we said, ‘Yeah Andy will beat this guy’. Andy got wind of it and wasn’t happy. He said, ‘No, this guy is dangerous and this is how he can beat me,’ and then he breaks down the guy’s game.

A matchup between Fury and Joshua has long alluded the boxing world for one reason or another. Many believe the typical boxing politics prevented the two from sharing the ring at the peak of their careers. Now that both men are without gold and have tasted defeat more than once, there is a belief that the fight could finally come to fruition.

Joshua confident Fury fight will happen

The only problem is, some feel that the best chance to make the bout happen has come and gone and the interest level won’t be nearly as high as it could’ve been.

With talk once again swirling of a potential clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, former UFC star Darren Till took to his ‘X’ account to unleash a rant on the fight not happening when it should have.

Gervonta Davis has announced his plans to retire by the end of 2025, leaving fans stunned and the boxing world buzzing. The Baltimore native, boasting a flawless 30-0 record with 28 knockouts, has long been considered a potential generational talent. His decision to step away comes as a surprise, especially with his star power still on the rise.

The 30-year-old southpaw, known as “Tank,” is next scheduled to defend his WBA lightweight title against Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1 at the Barclays Center in New York, despite reports of a cancellation. While fans eagerly await that bout, Davis’ announcement shifts the focus to the limited time left in his career.

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In an interview with Moment of Spotlight, Davis shared his reasons for retiring, pointing to the challenges and pressures of fame. “I’m going through a lot, been through a lot, been betrayed and s**t like that. It really made me want to give up on the limelight, he said. “Everybody chase being in front of the camera. They chase an image. I don’t want to be a part of that. As long as I have my money, can take care of my kids and whoever I need to take care of, I don’t need none of this.

Lucas Ketelle: I think it will still be Usyk. Naoya Inoue, I think will start to regress this year. I don’t see Crawford fighting after 2025. Artur Beterbiev probably won’t fight after 2025, and who knows what Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is doing. Four of the best 10 fighters in the world might be viewed a lot differently in 2025. I think we are going to see a lot of younger fighters move up into the top-five. Fighters like Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez, Shakur Stevenson and the emergence of Keyshawn Davis as a top-10 pound-for-pound fighter will grab our attention.

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Owen Lewis: Inoue or Rodriguez, both of whom are outclassing their opponents by greater margins than the rest of the pound-for-pound elite. Usyk and Crawford will likely begin succumbing to age by year’s end.

Declan Warrington: Oleksandr Usyk. I don’t see another fight that can enhance his reputation any further than it already deserves, but I also don’t see him declining significantly or doing anything to harm it – or another fighter surpassing him in the coming 12 months.