Tennis

Watch as Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray practise ahead of the Australian Open in Melbourne. BBC News

Britain’s Emma Raducanu says she avoided using antiseptic spray on a recent bite that caused her ankle to swell, such is the care she feels she must take to avoid positive tests for prohibited substances. BBC News

“His legacy is one of excellence, dedication, and a profound love for tennis. “His impact on the sport will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege to witness his contributions.” Stolle was among the Australians – along with Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Ken Rosewall and John Newcombe …

Former champion Naomi Osaka said her Indian Wells first-round exit was the “worst match I’ve ever played in my life”. Japan’s Osaka, playing her first match since retiring injured from January’s Australian Open, lost 6-4 6-4 to Camila Osorio. The four-time major champion described the defeat in a news conference …

Great Britain have been handed an away tie against Poland as they look to avoid relegation from the top tier of the Davis Cup. Leon Smith’s side, seeded fourth in the draw, face the unseeded Poles in a World Group I best-of-five tie in September. The winners will progress to …

A tearful Nick Kyrgios was forced to retire from his first-round Indian Wells match with a wrist injury as his tennis return suffered another setback. The Australian, playing his first match since January’s Australian Open, trailed Botic van de Zandschulp 7-6 (9-7) 3-0 before ending the match early. Kyrgios became …

Archer also addressed the suspension of Stefano Vukov, the former coach of 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. The Czech has been banned for an undisclosed period by the WTA following an independent investigation into his behaviour towards the player. Vukov, who is currently unable to access accredited areas at tournaments, …