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Brazilian Star Beatriz Haddad Maia Falls in Australian Open First Round Upset

Tico Times - January 18, 2026

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Gauff and Sabalenka Call Out Grand Slams on Revenue Split

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Roger Federer Praises Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner’s Epic Tennis Rivalry

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Solana Sierra Debuts at 2026 Australian Open as Argentinas Top Tennis Player

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Australian Open 2026 Prize Money Hits Record High

Organizers of the Australian Open revealed a substantial boost in prize money for the 2026 tournament, pushing the total pool to a record 111.5...

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Neymar Commits to Santos Until 2026 Amid World Cup Hope

Brazilian forward Neymar has signed a new deal with Santos, committing to the club until December 31, 2026. The announcement came after weeks of...

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Argentine Tennis Star Sebastián Báez Enters Australian Open with Momentum

As the tennis world turns its attention to Melbourne for the 2026 Australian Open, Argentine player Sebastián Báez stands out as a steady force...

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Novak Djokovic Steps Away from PTPA, Citing Transparency Issues

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, has ended his association with the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), the players' group he helped establish...

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Crocodiles Share Waves with Surfers at Costa Rica’s Popular Breaks

Surfers in Costa Rica know the excitement of riding the perfect Pacific swell, but at certain beaches, they share the water with an unexpected...

Sport

Beatriz Haddad Maia Carries Brazil’s Hopes into the Australian Open

Beatriz Haddad Maia comes to the Australian Open in January 2026 as Brazil’s clearest singles reference point and one of the few Latin American...

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Venus Williams Receives Wildcard for 2026 Australian Open at Age 45

Tennis fans around the world got a jolt of nostalgia on New Year's Day when organizers announced that Venus Williams, the seven-time Grand Slam...

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Surfing Activism Takes Hold Across Latin America

Surfers and local communities in Peru, Chile, and Ecuador have stepped up efforts to safeguard their coastlines, pushing for laws that protect key surf...

Sport

How Clay Training Can Limit Latin American Tennis Players on Faster Surfaces

On the tennis courts of San José, young Costa Rican players chase futures shaped by a surface few here know as home. At the...

News

Costa Rica’s Warren Madrigal Joins Nashville SC in Major League Soccer Move

Costa Rican forward Warren Madrigal has taken a major step in his career by signing with Nashville Soccer Club in Major League Soccer. The...

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