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Alcaraz Beats Djokovic in Thrilling Australian Open Final

Tico Times - February 1, 2026

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Rybakina Claims Australian Open Crown with Gritty Victory over Sabalenka

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Infantino Says Football Is Growing Exponentially in Nicaragua

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Alcaraz Edges Zverev in Five-Set Epic to Reach Australian Open Final

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Stan Wawrinka Bows Out Gracefully After Final Australian Open Run

In a poignant end to his long association with the tournament he won in 2014, 40-year-old Stan Wawrinka was defeated by ninth seed Taylor...

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Argentina’s Baez Eliminated by Darderi at Australian Open

Sebastian Baez's strong start to the 2026 season hit a roadblock on Thursday at the Australian Open, where the Argentine fell in the second...

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Australian Open 2026: Cerundolo Leads Latin Efforts as Alcaraz Progresses

Melbourne Park came alive on Wednesday as the second round of the Australian Open delivered a mix of straight-set cruises and grueling five-set battles....

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Australian Open 2026 Opens With Star Power, Heat & Drama

The Australian Open is barely underway and already the storylines are piling up: top seeds pushed early, brutal heat testing bodies and patience, and...

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Djokovic opens Australian Open with clinical win as 25th major chase resumes

Novak Djokovic started his latest run at a record 25th Grand Slam title with an efficient, no-drama first-round win on Monday night, rolling past...

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

Beatriz Haddad Maia, Brazil's leading women's tennis player, saw her Australian Open campaign end abruptly on Sunday with a first-round defeat to Kazakhstan's Yulia...

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Gauff and Sabalenka Call Out Grand Slams on Revenue Split

As the 2026 Australian Open begins on Sunday, top tennis players welcome the tournament's record prize pool but call for deeper changes across all...

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

Roger Federer, the Swiss maestro who redefined tennis with his grace and precision, returned to Melbourne Park on Thursday with high praise for the...

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

Solana Sierra arrives at the Australian Open this year as a fresh face in the main draw, carrying the weight of a nation’s expectations...

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El Salvador Opens Immigration Office in Surf City for Visitors

El Salvador has launched a new immigration office in its Surf City Punta Roca area, a move that simplifies paperwork for foreigners who frequent...

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