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Mike Dickson's report on Andy Murray winning Wimbledon: On July 7, 2013 Murray became the first British man to win the men's singles final since Fred Perry in 1936 - here's how the most gifted tennis writer of his generation covered the historic day
18/01/24 12:49
Andy Murray was trying to do it for everyone, he said. For himself, primarily of course, and for his coach Ivan Lendl, to whom he headed first after the traditional display of Centre Court mountaineering. It was also for the rest of his support team, his family, the whole country and Dunblane in particular. He even insisted he was trying to do it for those he knows in the media, for heaven's sake. Small wonder that the 12-minute game that completed his extraordinary journey at Wimbledon was to become one of the most hair-raising passages of play ever witnessed in British sport....read
Mike Dickson's final dispatch: You never get sick of winning - Jack Draper triumphs after five gruelling sets and celebrates by throwing up in a bin... while Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter are on a collision course
17/01/24 01:19MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Jack Draper had never played a match like his Australian Open round, nor felt the same mix of guilt and elation when it came to the handshake.
Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter are set on a collision course in this year's Australian Open... with British stars set to face-off if they both get past their round two opponents
16/01/24 10:31MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: A decent day for the Brits at the Australian Open could lead to the fascinating prospect of a match between Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter.
Emma Raducanu WINS on her Grand Slam return as British star storms to straight sets victory over Shelby Rogers in first round of the Australian Open
16/01/24 10:02MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Emma Raducanu enjoyed a happy return to Grand Slam action as she defeated Shelby Rogers to make the Australian Open second round.
Katie Boulter leads the British charge at the Australian Open as she joins her boyfriend in round two - and looks on collision course with Emma Raducanu - but Dan Evans can't join four Brit winners
16/01/24 08:20MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The British No 1 overcame some double fault jitters to put away China 's world number 73 Yue Yuan 7-5 7-6.British tennis's rising star Jack Draper, 21, is left in agony with painful-looking stomach injury after he ran off court to THROW UP immediately after his first-ever five-set win in 30C Australian Open heat
16/01/24 07:15MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Jack Draper put in a huge physical effort to win his first ever five set match - and then ran off court to be sick in a courtside bin after clinching match point.
MIKE DICKSON: Wimbledon swansong awaits after an unusually flat Andy Murray crashes out of the Australian Open with barely a whimper
15/01/24 10:31Andy Murray has spent exactly five years making a nonsense of that strange night in 2019 when the Australian Open tried to retire him.
Andy Murray drops major retirement hint after waving goodbye to the Australian Open crowd following limp first-round straight sets defeat
15/01/24 10:10Andy Murray has already discussed his exit strategy from tennis with those close to him, and that process will have been accelerated by a humbling defeat in the first round of the Australian Open.
Jack Draper hopes his 'bold' new hairstyle will win him fans and help him express himself... but admits some might find it 'atrocious' ahead of his Australian Open clash with Marcos Giron
15/01/24 09:45Britain's leading male prospect is sporting a Mohican-cum-mullet as he prepares to take on American Marcos Giron, following his impressive run to the final of the Adelaide International.Andy Murray crashes OUT of the Australian Open in the first round, losing in straight sets to Argentina's Tomas Martin Etcheverry in Melbourne
15/01/24 08:25MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: This time a year ago Murray registered dramatic wins against Matteo Berrettini and Thanasi Kokkinakis, but this time he could not muster a response
Britain's two-highest ranked player Dan Evans and Cam Norrie reveal they have injury concerns before Australian Open first-round matches
14/01/24 11:05MIKE DICKSON Tennis Correspondent in Melbourne: Men's No 19 seed Norrie admitted he was disappointed to withdraw from the ATP event in Auckland.
Emma Raducanu opens up on fear she would not recover from wrist surgery - and reveals, 'I could NOT hit the ball without pain', as she gears up for Australian Open return this week
14/01/24 11:04MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The former US Open champion is grateful to be at the Australian Open, having revealed the full extent of the struggle which took place after Wimbledon.
Novak Djokovic survives scare from 18-year-old wildcard to advance to Australian Open second round with four-set victory in Melbourne
14/01/24 12:18MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Djokovic got his campaign underway for an eleventh Australian Open title with an uncomfortable 6-2 6-7 6-3 6-4 victory over teenager Dino Prizmic.
Melbourne mums' club! Former champions Caroline Wozniacki, Naomi Osaka and Angelique Kerber all now have children as they bid for Aussie Open glory
13/01/24 10:30MIKE DICKSON: Not long after Serena Williams won the 2017 Australian Open, it emerged that she had been pregnant at the time. The American gave birth to daughter Alexis the following September.
Jack Draper misses out in Adelaide final as the British star is beaten by Jiri Lehecka ahead of the Australian Open getting underway
13/01/24 10:21MIKE DICKSON: Jack Draper's attempts to win a first main ATP Tour title were frustrated again, but he has still established himself among the more dangerous outsiders for the Australian Open.
Andy Murray backs 'very obvious' tennis scheduling changes after his 4am finish at the Australian Open last year... and reveals he is 'enjoying tennis again' by limiting expectations
12/01/24 04:33MIKE DICKSON: The man who was forced to play until gone 4am at last year's Australian Open is welcoming moves to reduce some of the early-hours finishes seen in recent years.
Emma Raducanu urges 16-year-old darts sensation Luke Littler to 'savour the moment' after his surge to fame at World Championship, with tennis star advising him to 'keep his circle close'
12/01/24 12:00MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Emma Raducanu has urged Britain's new darts star Luke Littler to take it easy and savour the moment after his surge to national fame earlier this month.
Emma Raducanu calls the fame of her US Open triumph 'like playing with a backpack of rocks' after huge public attention and commercial deals followed teenage success - but now says she's 'light and happy' before the Australian Open
12/01/24 09:18MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The 21 year-old has retained the first two of those, but shed the latter as she goes into the Australian Open , her first Grand Slam event for a year.
Katie Boulter speaks out on life as half of the 'Kate and Wills of Australian tennis' - and says it's 'like a circus' with top 10 star boyfriend Alex de Minaur: 'I'm sharing him with everyone!'
12/01/24 08:54MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The British number one has been the subject of huge interest in this part of the world because of her longstanding relationship with Alex de Minaur.
British tennis finds new talent in Australian Open qualifier Oliver Crawford... but 24-year-old was raised in SOUTH CAROLINA and made the nationality switch at the start of this year
11/01/24 10:30MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Freshly minted Brit Oliver Crawford was left as as the only UK player to make it into the final qualifying stage of the Australian Open after making the switch.
MIKE DICKSON: Australian Open draw should bring back happy memories for Emma Raducanu... as the former US Open winner's luck finally turns amid fitness improvements
11/01/24 10:30MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Shelby Rogers was the opponent who, in September 2021, kicked off the most extraordinary week of Raducanu's life.
Fran Jones is forced to quit Australian Open qualifying due to cramp... leaving Oliver Crawford as the only Brit left in the draw after world No 193 switched from representing USA
11/01/24 09:16MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The GB No 7 was leading Germany's Ella Seidel in the deciding set when she began to hobble, with her left thigh having completely seized up.
Emma Raducanu's ideal return: British hopeful is handed Australian Open draw against a player she beat on the way to US Open title... but it's tougher news for Andy Murray and Dan Evans
11/01/24 06:08MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Emma Raducanu was handed a generous Australian Open draw against Shelby Rogers, one of the players she took down en route to the 2021 US Open title.
Andy Murray insists Novak Djokovic 'is still the favourite' for the Australian Open and backs the Serbian great to hold off the youthful challengers led by Carlos Alcaraz and pick up a record-extending 11th title
10/01/24 08:44MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Murray - who lost on Wednesday to Marin Cilic 6-3 7-5 - urges caution to those believing that this could be the year when the established order might be overturned.
Fresh fears over Emma Raducanu's fitness, as British star pulls out of second match this week... but injury-plagued 21-year-old is still expected to play in Australian Open
10/01/24 07:28MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: A new year continues to bring familiar speculation over Emma Raducanu's physical state with her making her second withdrawal of the week.
MIKE DICKSON: Searing heat, choking smog and 4am finishes - why BRUTAL Australian Open is the toughest Grand Slam of the lot
09/01/24 11:48MATCH POINT: Welcome to Melbourne, which is not really the city that never sleeps but home to an event which sometimes feels like a two-week version of the Le Mans 24-hour race.
Australian Open boss teases Rafael Nadal return in 2025 despite tennis great's shattering injury blow
08/01/24 11:31Tournament boss Craig Tiley said he hasn't ruled out an Open return in 2025 for Nadal, who will turn 38 in June, after he broke down during his playing return in Brisbane.
Coco Gauff defends her Auckland Classic title and signals her Grand Slam intent by beating Elina Svitolina to secure her first tournament win of the season
07/01/24 10:41Coco Gauff signalled she is ready to build on her US Open title by winning her first tournament of the season. The 19-year-old American overcame Elina Svitolina 6-7, 6-3, 6-3 to take the ASB Classic.
Rafael Nadal is OUT of the Australian Open after making brutally-honest admission ahead of Melbourne tournament
07/01/24 09:14Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Australian Open in heartbreaking scenes for tennis fans. Nadal, 37, confirmed the news on Twitter on Sunday night.
The only way is up for Katie Boulter with the British number one on course for a positive year... despite recent wins being overlooked by Emma Raducanu's comeback
06/01/24 10:31Amid the focus on Emma Raducanu's comeback, two excellent wins by Katie Boulter got somewhat overlooked.
Emma Raducanu tweaks her coaching team AGAIN as the 2021 US Open champion looks to add childhood mentor Nick Cavaday to her team ahead of the Australian Open
05/01/24 10:31MIKE DICKSON: He is believed to have flown out to Melbourne to meet up with Raducanu, who has elected to play an exhibition event in the suburb of Kooyong next week
Emma Raducanu is excited by progress after returning from her injury nightmare... as British star vows impressive showing against Elina Svitolina in Auckland is just the start of her comeback
04/01/24 10:31MIKE DICKSON: Provided there is no injury hangover, Emma Raducanu finally has a positive week to look back on after her return at the ASB Classic in New Zealand.
Emma Raducanu collapses to defeat against Elina Svitolina in Auckland - after impressive display as the underdog - as British star continues her return to action after eight month injury lay-off
04/01/24 08:39MIKE DICKSON: The 21 year-old from Kent pushed Wimbledon semi-finalist and former world number three Elina Svitolina to the limit before subsiding to a 6-7 7-6 6-1 defeat.
Novak Djokovic's winning run in Australia finally ends after 43 matches... but world No1 plays down injury fears ahead of the Australian Open after twice requiring treatment on his wrist
03/01/24 10:30MIKE DICKSON: Trying to fully assess Novak Djokovic's true state of fitness is rarely an exact science, especially when the Australian Open comes around.
MATCH POINT: A proper challenge to Novak Djokovic, a positive return for Emma Raducanu and Rafael Nadal... and can the stars of the men's game stop being so nice to each other? MIKE DICKSON'S hopes for tennis in 2024
03/01/24 01:08MIKE DICKSON: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner could provide a more consistent challenge this year, but it is always tempting to overinterpret results from the post-US Open period.
Emma Raducanu wins on comeback after FINALLY returning from 259 days out of action, with 21-year-old British star relaunching her career in Auckland, ranked at 298th in the world following her injury nightmare
02/01/24 07:00MIKE DICKSON: After the frustrations of 2023 Emma Raducanu welcomed in the new year by overcoming late jitters to register a morale-boosting victory on her long-awaited comeback.
Jack Draper is going to be VERY dangerous, the only way is up for Emma Raducanu... while Andy Murray could make an emotional Wimbledon farewell in 2024
27/12/23 11:51As the new season dawns with events scattered around Australasia, Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper should be looking ahead with optimism, providing they can avoid injury mishaps.
At Christmas 50 years ago, global turmoil, strikes and an energy crisis left football fighting to survive. The solution didn't go down too well with Brian Clough and Sir Alf Ramsey, who said... Play on a Sunday? But that's when I see my wife!
23/12/23 10:31MIKE DICKSON: The lead-in to the festive period 50 years ago and radios across the land were blaring out the new track by Slade. Merry Christmas, Everybody's Having Fun.
Coco Gauff's US Open win was a blast of fresh air through tennis with the teenager ending 2023 with the world at her feet... but also many eyes and hopes on her shoulders
22/12/23 01:31MIKE DICKSON: Gauff finishes the year as arguably the most important commodity in tennis, thanks to victory in the US Open which blew through the game as a blast of fresh air.
Emma Raducanu is working with childhood coach Nick Cavaday ahead of her comeback after nearly eight months out - with the pair likely to link-up for next month's Australian Open
19/12/23 04:57MIKE DICKSON: Both Cavaday and his sister - Naomi, a former top 200 singles player - did work with Raducanu at the Bromley tennis academy during her developmental years.
Team GB Davis Cup star Jack Draper shines at the Ultimate Tennis Showdown grand final and wins £430k Christmas payday as tennis rips up rulebook in London
17/12/23 10:25MIKE DICKSON: Jack Draper topped the eight-man field of tennis's answer to The Hundred and received a £430,000 Christmas payday as a reward for his superb efforts.
MIKE DICKSON: A Question of Sport's end after more than half a century on our screens represents a merciful release for the once-great titan of British TV and serves as a frank reminder of the BBC's decline as a sports broadcaster
16/12/23 12:51MIKE DICKSON: And thus comes to an end another fixture of the corporation's output, one which had reached deep into the nation's living rooms since its inception in 1970.
MIKE DICKSON: The Ultimate Tennis Showdown promises a revamped version of the sport, but beyond the cheesy nicknames and musical accompaniments does it deliver on its promise of a more entertaining format?
16/12/23 12:19MIKE DICKSON: This feels like tennis' answer to the question that cricket has been asking: how to attract a younger audience to a sport whose core following is worrying aged.
Jack Draper is ready to forget his injury-hit season and hopes he (and Emma Raducanu) can take 2024 by storm... as he tips the Brit Pack to make a big noise next year
14/12/23 09:08MIKE DICKSON: Few have known Raducanu better than her fellow 21 year-old Draper, and he insists that people must exercise patience when it comes to his longstanding friend.
Wimbledon schoolgirl Hannah Klugman, 14, cements her status as one of the most exciting prospects in tennis by winning the prestigious Orange Bowl title in Florida
10/12/23 08:35MIKE DICKSON: Hannah Klugman, still only 14, confirmed her status as an authentically outstanding tennis prospect when she claimed victory in the final of the prestigious under 18 Orange Bowl.
The WTA Finals are set to move to Saudi Arabia as the kingdom extends its influence across another sport - but the decision is likely to cause controversy within tennis
08/12/23 11:47MIKE DICKSON: A hitch, however, is the fear of how some of the legends of the women's game will react, particularly the iconic duo of Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova.
Coco Gauff strikes it rich! US Open champion is one of seven tennis stars in the top 10 best-paid sportswomen of 2023... but the WTA cannot afford to be complacent after dysfunctional year
08/12/23 12:55MIKE DICKSON: How much longer this will last is open to conjecture, and women's tennis cannot afford too many more years like 2023.
Jack Draper teams up with Alzheimer's Society to raise awareness of Britain's biggest killer... with tennis star eager to honour his nan Brenda, who has battled the disease for eight years
07/12/23 04:33The 21-year-old, who is GB's brightest hope on the men's side, admits it has been difficult watching the deterioration in his grandmother Brenda, who was diagnosed with the disease eight years ago.
Emma Raducanu will make her long-awaited return to tennis in Auckland next month... with British star trying to put injury hell behind her having not played since April
07/12/23 09:24The former US Open champion will play at the ASB Classic in New Zealand alongside Coco Gauff and former Australian Open champion Caroline Wozniacki at what is a 250-level event.
MIKE DICKSON: Don't expect a barnstorming comeback when injury-plagued former US Open champion Emma Raducanu returns in January... we just need her to stay in one piece
06/12/23 12:54MIKE DICKSON: The blisters are a classic sign of someone getting used to the business of properly hitting tennis balls again and are a reminder that she is someone with much work to do.
Emma Raducanu may need a wildcard entry to play in next month's Australian Open after plummeting to a 'protected' ranking of 103 following eight-month injury hiatus
05/12/23 12:06MIKE DICKSON: Due to the lengthy hiatus to her career she is entitled to a 'protected' ranking of 103 for tournament entry purposes, which is well above her current listing of 296.
A year after our last interview, tennis star Alex Dolgopolov is still fighting Russians in Ukraine... his account of life on the front line is astonishing
03/12/23 09:00EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MIKE DICKSON: In late summer, while some of his former rivals were preparing for the US Open, Alex Dolgopolov was huddled in a trench IN Ukraine.
MATCH POINT: A Wimbledon final for the ages, late night chaos and tennis' answer to Max Verstappen... Mail Sport reviews the highs and lows of a frustrating season
29/11/23 12:33MIKE DICKSON: We have to call this as a dead heat between the ATP Finals and the Davis Cup final eight. The best fortnight of the year was not a Grand Slam but the final events of the men's season.
Jannik Sinner shows potential to topple Novak Djokovic in helping Italy win their second-ever Davis Cup
26/11/23 10:30The 22 year-old Italian completed the best two weeks of his career by driving his nation to the Davis Cup title on Sunday night, exactly seven days after making the climax of the ATP Finals in Turin.
Jannik Sinner TWICE gets the better of Novak Djokovic to take Italy to the Davis Cup final against Australia after saving three match points against the Serbian in singles
25/11/23 10:31MIKE DICKSON IN MALAGA: Jannik Sinner scored a devastating double win over Novak Djokovic in one day to power Italy into the Davis Cup final.
Novak Djokovic fumes at having to report to doping control BEFORE facing Great Britain in the Davis Cup... with unimpressed world No 1 calling pre-match blood and urine tests an unnecessary 'distraction'
24/11/23 08:07MIKE DICKSON IN MALAGA: Novak Djokovic revealed he was angry at having to do doping control 90 minutes prior to taking the court against Great Britain in Thursday night's Davis Cup quarter final.
Jack Draper hails 'amazing' Leon Smith and urges him to stay on as GB Davis Cup captain... with 47-year-old still locked in talks with the LTA over whether he will stay on next season
24/11/23 05:40MIKE DICKSON IN MALAGA: GB Davis Cup Captain Leon Smith has yet to sign a contract to continue the role next season, but received a vote of confidence from Jack Draper here.
MIKE DICKSON: Novak Djokovic remains a fascinating mix of swagger and sensitivity... his furious bust-up towards British fans at the Davis Cup is no surprise. His feeling of being under-appreciated is at its peak in the UK
24/11/23 04:59MIKE DICKSON IN MALAGA: There was a degree of irony to Thursday night's incident during the post-match interview, when he railed at a minority for disrespecting him.
Novak Djokovic yells 'shut up' at British fans and accuses them of disrespect in furious bust-up after world No 1 beats Cam Norrie to seal Serbia victory in Davis Cup tie
23/11/23 10:03Novak Djokovic angrily accused British fans of disrespecting him on Thursday night after he sealed a 2-0 victory for Serbia over Great Britain in the Davis Cup quarter-final.
Jack Draper ready to shine after a year in the shadows as Great Britain seek unlikely victory against Novak Djokovic's Serbia in the Davis Cup
22/11/23 09:01Jack Draper will have to feed hope to the 5,000 British fans expected to get behind Britain's Davis Cup team on Thursday as they tackle a Serbia team led by mighty Novak Djokovic.
Neal Skupski on his dream visit to boyhood Liverpool's training ground as a reward for winning Wimbledon, talking fame with Mohamed Salah... and Jurgen Klopp cancelling a game of padel due to a hamstring injury!
22/11/23 12:02EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Skupski recently ticked one off his bucket list when he was invited for the day to Liverpool's training HQ, and at one point found himself in conversation with Mo Salah.
MATCH POINT: Novak Djokovic shines in Turin with ATP Finals event a rousing success following move from London's O2... but with the Saudis now wanting a place on the calendar, can tennis add to their already crowded schedule?
22/11/23 10:26MIKE DICKSON: House full notices, a stellar showing from a young Italian, outstanding games played on a quick surface - no wonder ATP officials were delighted with their Finals event in Turin.
Novak Djokovic wins the ATP Tour Finals for a record SEVENTH time as the world No 1 cruises to straight-sets victory against Jannik Sinner in Turin
19/11/23 07:35MIKE DICKSON IN TURIN: Djokovic will face Great Britain's Davis Cup team this week looking more ominous than ever after polishing off Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-3 to win the ATP Tour Finals in Turin.
Brit Joe Salisbury holds his nerve as he and partner Rajeev Ram overcome adversity to reach the ATP World Tour Final and secure Centre Court showdown with Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos
18/11/23 10:47MIKE DICKSON IN TURIN: A brilliant volley from Salisbury helped keep them in front for 8-7, and Ram stayed steady to execute his final two serves to get them across the line 10-7.
Andy Murray 'gutted' after his injury heartache drags on with shoulder problem... as he withdraws from Davis Cup ahead of Novak Djokovic clash to get ready for next season
18/11/23 12:56MIKE DICKSON: 36-year-old sustained a shoulder strain in training and so will not be travelling to Malaga to prepare for Thursday's quarter- final against Serbia.
MATCH POINT: Team events in tennis are a faded jewel - they can be confusing for fans and often lose credibility... but they could still be vital for the sport's future
15/11/23 09:55MIKE DICKSON: The men's Davis Cup is a faded jewel, although next week's finals promise to make the best of a botched job. This is partly because Djokovic, is among those playing in it.
Wimbledon's expansion plans are dealt a major blow as Wandsworth Council opposes the building of a new 8,000-seat stadium and 38 new courts on a golf course... just weeks after neighbouring Merton Council had given the project the green light
13/11/23 09:58MIKE DICKSON: Wimbledon's expansion plans have been dealt a blow after local planners recommended that its application to build 38 courts including a stadium be rejected.
Emma Raducanu confirms she will NOT return to the court as planned next month... with the former US Open champion unable to guarantee organisers she'd be ready in time for the exhibition tournament in Macau
13/11/23 03:09MIKE DICKSON: The former US Open champion had pencilled in the trip to Asia to take her first competitive steps back on court in a low-pressure environment ahead of January's new season.
Brilliant Katie Boulter dazzles to pull Great Britain level against Sweden in Billie Jean King Cup play-off
12/11/23 10:51A year which, for Katie Boulter, began with being knocked out of the Australian Open qualifying event ended with her guiding GB back towards the elite world group
Jodie Burrage fluffs her lines on the big stage as the Billie Jean King Cup debutant admits to nerves after shock defeat against Sweden's Kajsa Rinaldo Persson
11/11/23 10:30MIKE DICKSON: Burrage made her debut for Great Britain in the Billie Jean King Cup and admitted she found the experience overwhelming as she was handed a surprise defeat in the competition.
Jack Draper ends his nine-match winning streak after losing Sofia Open final to Adrian Mannarino... but Brit is in pole position to start at next week's Davis Cup finals
11/11/23 06:17MIKE DICKSON: The nine-match winning streak of the 21 year-old from Surrey came to an end when he was beaten in the final of the Sofia Open, outfoxed 7-6 2-6 6-3 by Adrian Mannarino.
Emma Raducanu is STILL injured and is now world's No 285, yet rakes in £10MILLION in off-court deals - while earning £200,000 on it... as she turns 21, can she EVER thrill the world again?
10/11/23 10:30MIKE DICKSON: Emma Raducanu turns 21 on Monday and, in a parallel universe, she might have been building up to that landmark birthday with a rare appearance playing in the UK.
Andy Murray SPLITS from Ivan Lendl for a third time, as he moves on from coach who helped him win three Grand Slams and two Olympic golds
10/11/23 03:37MIKE DICKSON: Lendl will not be with him at the Australian Open in January after a year when the Czech veteran's input has gradually been diminishing.
MATCH POINT: Official - Swiss legend Roger Federer is the GOAT (*according to the history buffs... Novak Djokovic is still mine!)
08/11/23 12:44MIKE DICKSON: A joy to once again hear the calmly assured tones of John Barrett, microphone in hand, joining in a fascinating discussion about who really is the greatest tennis player ever.
Jack Draper makes case for Davis Cup place after winning the Bergamo Challenger in Italy... and Novak Djokovic's Serbia await!
05/11/23 10:59The 21-year-old from Surrey came back to beat Belgian former top-tenner David Goffin 1-6, 7-6, 6-3 in the final in Italy, having been ranked too low to enter more esteemed the Paris Masters.
As she returns to her war-torn homeland for the first time in nine months, Elina Svitolina discusses her responsibility to hit back on the court: 'When I face a Russian I fight like a soldier in Ukraine'
05/11/23 10:31EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MIKE DICKSON: Svitolina has made the journey to Kyiv, via train from Poland, and switched on the app which warns Ukrainians of incoming missile and drone attacks.
MIKE DICKSON: Andy Murray has nothing left to prove in tennis and is risking the respect he has earned with his histrionics on court... after being booed in Paris, it begs the question why he wants to play on
04/11/23 02:02MIKE DICKSON - TENNIS CORRESPONDENT: Nobody who has closely followed Murray's career could ever accuse him of not having given absolutely everything to maximise his career.
Emma Raducanu has honed painting and piano skills during her time out with injury but she is 'itching' to get back on the court for the first time since April following THREE surgeries
03/11/23 08:00The former US Open champion said she was 'itching' to get back to wielding a racket after a hiatus caused by three minor surgeries which has allowed her time to learn new skills.
Ons Jabeur breaks down in tears and pledges to donate her WTA prize money to help Palestinians in need - as she insists it is 'heartbreaking seeing children die every day' after her victory over Marketa Vondrousova
02/11/23 12:13MIKE DICKSON: The 29 year-old Tunisian was overcome when interviewed following a 6-4 6-3 group stage victory in Cancun over Marketa Vondrousova, who beat her at SW19 this summer.
Tennis world No 3 Daniil Medvedev gives 'stupid' booing crowd the middle finger after losing at the Paris Open... but blames it on 'looking at my nail' while he sarcastically hails 'beautiful Parisien audience'
01/11/23 02:39MIKE DICKSON: Russia's world No 3 Daniil Medvedev appeared to give a middle finger to the stands when leaving the court following a stormy defeat at the Paris Masters on Wednesday.
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Ex-Barcelona and Spain star Gerard Pique, 38, 'splits with girlfriend Clara Chia', 26, after three years together and 'third parties may be involved'
Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra 'are giving each other a second chance' and 'not all is lost in their marriage', claim reports in Spain after Man City boss 'spent time in Barcelona'
Agonising moment moment snooker player loses black ball frame at World Championship with cruel slice of luck Player left a mixture of disbelief and disgust 
Jamie Vardy will LEAVE Leicester this summer and could be set for a move to the US with wife Rebekah as fairytale 13-year spell ends on a sour note
EXCLUSIVE Eni Aluko faces ITV AXE over accusing colleague Ian Wright of 'blocking' female pundits from TV work Big development 
Revealed: How stunning DAZN TV host Diletta Leotta's male colleague's wife stepped in 'to make things clear' with her over her behaviour
Michael Schumacher's son Mick's Miss Universe finalist girlfriend is spotted on celebrity dating app Raya Have couple split? 
Irish Wrexham star James McClean's footballer brother under investigation at his club after he was spotted at New IRA parade Derry-based parade 
Andrew Flintoff's wife admits she'd 'never seen someone so scared' after his horror crash and opens up on heartbreaking conversation with kids
Ronnie O'Sullivan says 'a massive thank you' to his psychiatrist after returning to his blistering best to beat his nemesis Ali Carter at the Crucible
AC Milan and Inter fans put rivalry aside in moving tribute to Pope Francis, as fans across Italy pay respect at games rescheduled after his death
Eni Aluko blames Joey Barton for her dramatic drop in TV punditry work after he called her a 'race card player' Had to disguise herself 
EXCLUSIVE BBC star Seema Jaswal opens up on heartbreaking moment she stepped in to hug snooker star John Higgins as he broke down in tears 
Stable boy waiting a YEAR for 'one-in-a-million' win as bookmakers refuse to pay out on bet placed He was set for a big windfall from the bet 
Carlos Alcaraz reveals he partied in Ibiza for THREE DAYS straight before winning Wimbledon in new Netflix documentary Let his hair down 
Snooker icon reveals how he has been tamed by beauty queen partner 23 YEARS his junior after gambling away millions during his heyday
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter bitter feud takes yet another twist as fans spot off-camera gesture at the Snooker World Championship Subtle move 
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face-off for first time since 'egg-gate' - with security on red alert ahead of huge grudge match Explosive reunion? 
Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses New report claims 
Mykhailo Mudryk doping ban update as chief confirms Chelsea could SAVE a huge chunk of his £88m transfer fee Silver lining for Blues? 
Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes 
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on 
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam 
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night 
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight 
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play 
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family 
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win 
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit 
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final 
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision 
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him? 
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought 
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph 
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle 
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub' 
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral 
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough 
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week 
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned 
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget 
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return? 
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta 
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations 
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing 
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree
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Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities...
Inside Wrexham's historic promotion: Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's spine-tingling speeches, expletive...
Barcelona vs Real Madrid - Copa Del Rey Final: Live score, team news and updates from El Clasico cup final
Crystal Palace 3-0 Aston Villa - PLAYER RATINGS: Which Eagles star put on a performance they will never...
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Chris Eubank Jr's weight cut has turned this fight on its head - from physicality to temperament, here's...
Chelsea 1-0 Everton: Nicolas Jackson nets first goal since December to boost Blues' Champions League bid
Ipswich RELEGATED from the Premier League after 3-0 loss at Newcastle - as Eddie Howe makes dugout return...
Where IS Cole Palmer going? Fans mock Chelsea star's BIZARRE sprint away from Stamford Bridge after beating...
Matheus Cunha has Man United fans licking their lips as irrepressible Red Devils' target inspires Wolves to...
'I just want to give him a hug': Mail Sport sits down with David 'Bumble' Lloyd to watch the harrowing...
Wrexham's Hollywood fairy-tale continues as Ryan Reynolds and wife Blake Lively celebrate famous win over...
PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU name the Fulham team from their 2-2 draw with Chelsea back in 2006? Or pick YOUR...
GRAEME SOUNESS: Morgan Gibbs-White is a super talent, up there with the best. But there's one area he can...
Bruno Fernandes has gone from unsuitable Man United captain to their 'glue' and 'social connector'... he...
Inside Leeds United's return to 'The Promised Land' - and what they will do next: Four summer signing...
Copa del Rey final thrown into chaos as Real Madrid withdraw from pre-match activities and match official...
- Ian Wright REJECTS Eni Aluko's apology, as he breaks silence on her accusing him of 'blocking' opportunities for women in football
- Copa del Rey final thrown into chaos as Real Madrid withdraw from pre-match activities and match official breaks down CRYING in response to critical video shared by Los Blancos' in-house TV channel
- Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively jet in as Wrexham close in on promotion to the Championship - as Deadpool star pours pints and parties with fans ahead of crunch Charlton clash
- Chris Eubank Jr MAKES the weight for grudge showdown with Conor Benn on Saturday night - coming in 0.6lbs under 170lbs limit
- The cheapest ticket going for £675, pubs preparing to be drunk dry and even special edition pies! Mail Sport hits the streets of Liverpool as fans gear up for wild title celebrations to banish Covid memories
- Chris Eubank Jr's weigh-in farce shows Conor Benn showdown is more of a marketing masterpiece than a bona fide brawl, writes JEFF POWELL
- White men 'blocked' from applying for jobs at Premier League clubs including Man United and Liverpool, as they advertise 'only to women and ethnic minority candidates'
- Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa - FA Cup RECAP: Eagles blow Unai Emery's sorry side away to reach final
- Dimitri Payet insists relationship with former mistress was 'consensual' in new testimony after ex-girlfriend accused ex-West Ham star of 'forcing her to film bizarre sex acts' and 'drink her own urine'
- Humiliating NFL Draft moment as Shedeur Sanders' dreams are crushed by brutal prank call
- Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn Live: Start time, undercard, scorecard and round-by-round updates as Chris Eubank Sr arrives with his son for bitter grudge match after branding him 'a disgrace'
- Chelsea vs Everton - Premier League RECAP: Nicolas Jackson breaks his barren spell with his first goal of 2025 as Blues boost their hopes of securing Champions League football
- PREMIER LEAGUE RECAP: Brighton and Fulham net dramatic late winners as Newcastle send Ipswich back to the Championship
- Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft nightmare continues as humiliated QB plummets out of third round in worst slide in history... despite Trump's demand
- Wayne Rooney's son leaves fans in stitches with hilarious drawing of Man United legend
- How to train like Conor Benn: 156-pound fighter details hour-by-hour plan he is using to beat Chris Eubank Jr
- Darwin Nunez appears to aim DIG at Liverpool in now-deleted tweet amid speculation over his future
- Boxing's most bitter fight night: Chris Eubank Jr takes on Conor Benn, son of his famous father's greatest rival, but Chris Sr refuses to attend amid a failed drugs test, 'egg-gate' - and a promoter who's dating the opposition's sister
- Inside Chris Eubank Sr's fractured relationship with son Jr after fighter ignored boxing legend father's desperate pleas to abandon 'illegal' fight with Conor Benn
- Chris Eubank Sr launches fresh attack on son ahead of crunch Conor Benn showdown - claiming he 'has never understood what boxing is about'
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