Djokovic into Melbourne quarter-finals after Mensik pullout

Novak Djokovic. Novak Djokovic advanced to the Australian Open quarter-finals after his fourth-round opponent Jakub Mensik withdrew due to an abdominal injury on Sunday, a day before they were scheduled to meet at Melbourne Park. Czech 16th seed Mensik came through a tight clash with American Ethan Quinn 6-2 7-6(5) 7-6(5) on Saturday, but the…

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Gauff beats Muchova to reach quarter-finals

Coco Gauff of the US celebrates after winning her fourth round match against Czech Republic’s Karolina Muchova in the Australian Open, Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 25, 2026. American third seed Coco Gauff weathered a three-set thriller to beat Karolina Muchova 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 and advance to the Australian Open quarter-finals on Sunday, extending…

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Guardiola leaves Haaland out of Man City starting lineup vs Wolves

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland reacts after a match. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola left the league’s leading scorer Erling Haaland out of his starting lineup at home to bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, after recently saying his prized striker was “exhausted.” After the Norwegian’s blistering start to the season, with 39 goals in 36…

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Domestic football returns after Afcon break

Soccer ball on the sports ground. Domestic football is back in full force following a lengthy break due to the Africa Cup of Nations tournament. Sekhukhune United will be hosting Orlando Pirates at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Saturday afternoon. Pirates, who are second on the log, will be eager to return…

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