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Nick Kyrgios got called for a time violation, and responded by mimicking Rafael Nadal January 23, 2020

Nick Kyrgios is hit with a time violation in his second round match with Giles Simon, and used it to reignite his feud with Rafael Nadal.

Simon Smale

Here's why this summer could be the turning point in Scott Morrison's leadership January 23, 2020

At its heart, the McKenzie affair is simple: it was a clear misuse of taxpayer's money. But what happens next is far from straightforward, writes Michelle Grattan.

Michelle Grattan

BBL winning over cricket's traditionalists even as crowd concerns begin January 23, 2020

Rumours of the death of the BBL's halcyon days may have been greatly exaggerated, with average crowd numbers not the only metric that matters, writes Richard Hinds.

Richard Hinds

Nick Kyrgios stumbles but rebounds to keep Australian Open campaign alive January 23, 2020

Despite dropping a set, the mercurial Australian shows more than a glimpse of his immense talent as he beats experienced Frenchman Gilles Simon to move a step closer to a dream match-up with Rafael Nadal.

Luke Pentony

Nadal, Halep power into third round as Pliskova remains perfect January 23, 2020

The men's top seed advances unscathed in Melbourne, as Simon Halep gets past British qualifier Harriet Dart on Rod Laver Arena to reach the last 32.

More tennis players than ever are playing into their 30s — here's why January 23, 2020

In the past, 30 was old for men's tennis stars. Roger Federer is 38 this year and continuing his success. What's changed?

Tim Callanan

The most hotly anticipated NBA debut since LeBron James did not disappoint January 23, 2020

Zion Williamson puts the rest of the NBA on notice as he scores 17 straight points in a three-minute stretch on his professional debut, proving he is more than just an insane athlete.

Jon Healy

Bowling club wants to know why it missed out on 'modest' $40,000 government sports grant January 23, 2020

A regional bowling club wants to know why its application for a grant was rejected as the sports grants controversy heats up.

Paul Farrell And Amy Donaldson

Young Aussie Alexei Popyrin shows why he is the real deal with Australian Open triumph January 23, 2020

The lanky 20-year-old is a star on the rise and he will next get to show his worth when he takes on fourth seed Danill Medvedev in the third round in Melbourne.

Luke Pentony

Scott Morrison outsources Bridget McKenzie's career to the bureaucrats she ignored January 23, 2020

The fate of embattled Nationals deputy Bridget McKenzie's ministerial career lies in the hands of the very public service she ignored, as the Prime Minister seeks to shield himself from the sports rorts fallout, write political reporters Lucy Barbour and Jane Norman.

Jane Norman And Lucy Barbour