2025 WTA Tour Week 5 preview: Singapore
IN THE first of two WTA Tour tournament previews this week, we take a look at the smaller WTA 250 event in Singapore, where a number of talented players look to gain a rankings boost in an even field. The 32-player draw which sees the winner collect a crucial 280 WTA Tour points, has plenty […] The post 2025 WTA Tour Week 5 preview: Singapore appeared first on Tennis Rookie Me Central.
Rain returns but does not completely ruin World Cup action
THE PAST weekend at the Under 19 World Cup saw the start of the Super Sixes stage, which is the stage where every team still left in the competition plays two extra games before the semi finalists are confirmed. Unfortunately rain still reared its ugly head, meaning everyone had varying degrees of success in getting […]
Back-to-back for Sinner as Italian claims crown
BECOMING the first ever Italian player to win three Grand Slam trophies, the youngest Australian Open back-to-back champion in 32 years and the first man in 19 years to successfully defend his maiden major title were just a few of the accomplishments Jannik Sinner ticked off after defeating Alexander Zverev in last night’s men’s singles […] The post Back-to-back for Sinner as Italian claims crown appeared first on Tennis Rookie Me Central.
Mooney powers Australia to resounding victory at Adelaide Oval
CARRYING her bat through their innings, Australian batter Beth Mooney was a force to behold on Saturday night at Adelaide Oval taking her team to another thumping win. Although the series is not live, Australia wanted to keep notching up the wins to take it through to the hotly-anticipated test in form. Mooney took player […]
Poise over power the Key-s to Madison’s first Slam triumph
MADISON Keys is the new Queen of Melbourne Park, after she defeated two time reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 to win the Women’s Singles title at the 2025 Australian Open. The win was also her first ever Grand Slam title, achieving the goal on her second go in a Grand Slam singles final. […] The post Poise over power the Key-s to Madison’s first Slam triumph appeared first on Tennis Rookie Me Central.
Neighbours finish tournament on a high with maiden wins
YESTERDAY’S Under 19 World Cup action saw the four teams who had finished last in their respective groups play one last consolation match before heading home, having been eliminated from the competition. In the earlier of the two matches, Pakistan finished its tournament on a high with a comfortable 52-run win over Samoa. Batting first, […]
Semis shocker: 10-time champ bows out, 1v2 final set
A SHOCK retirement from 10-time champion Novak Djokovic has rocked the Australian Open semi-finals, setting up a clash between the first two men’s seeds in Monday’s final. The Serbian succumbed to injury after dropping the first set 7-5 to Alexander Zverev, and departed Rod Laver Arena amid scattered boos. “I did everything I possibly could […] The post Semis shocker: 10-time champ bows out, 1v2 final set appeared first on Tennis Rookie Me Central.
Sydney is Green: Thunder roll rivals en route to final
SYDNEY Thunder have progressed to their first Big Bash League (BBL) decider in nearly a decade after defeating rivals, the Sixers by four wickets in last night’s Challenger. The SCG was painted green as the Thunder, who finished last in BBL|13, successfully chased the 152-run target with seven balls to spare. >> BBL finals: The […]
Wildcats, Lynx gear up for huge week
Vital clashes for both Western sides are locked in this week with the Perth Lynx needing a win to stave off the charging Townsville Fire and the Perth Wildcats seeking redemption after being hurdled in the standings by Sydney and Melbourne last round. For the Lynx, who split their Round 12 matches, second spot on […] The post Wildcats, Lynx gear up for huge week appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Preseason Q&A: Cody Curtin (Claremont)
TALL Claremont utility Cody Curtin is looking to follow in the footsteps of big brother Dan, of Adelaide Crows fame, who he says has been the biggest influence on his footy career to date. The younger sibling possesses similar versatility in that he can play at either end of the ground as a competitive aerial […] The post Preseason Q&A: Cody Curtin (Claremont) appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Revealed: BBL|14 Team of the Tournament
SEVEN first time selectees have been named in the BBL|14 Team of the Tournament, including captain David Warner. The Sydney Thunder skipper, who led his side from a bottom place finish last season into tonight’s Challenger against the Sixers, scored 346 runs in his maiden full-time campaign. >> SCROLL to see the full XI Only […]
Smith makes it Reyne to set school record
AUSSIE guard Reyne Smith has produced an astounding shooting performance, knocking down 10 three-pointers as his Louisville Cardinals bested the SMU Mustangs by 25 points on Wednesday afternoon. The Cardinals are currently ranked 25th in the country, and were favourites against the Mustangs, marking its first match as a ranked side in almost four years. […] The post Smith makes it Reyne to set school record appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
