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Novak Djokovic wins 10th Australian Open title

SportzPower Team
Jan 30, 2023 19:01

"This is the biggest victory of my life." That was Novak Djokovic after winning his record extending tenth Australian Open. Considering the devastating performances the Serbian great posted while scything one opponent after another on his way to the finals, and outclassing Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets with a 6-3 7-6(4) 7-6(5) scoreline at the Rod Laver Arena on Sunday, offers some perspective on just how tough his journey to claim his 22nd Grand Slam title really was.

Jan 11, 2019 13:01
Australian Open extends Barilla sponsorship deal
MELBOURNE: Italy’s No.1 pasta brand, Barilla, will return to the Australian Open 2019 after a successful debut at the tournament last year. Barilla’s ‘Masters of Pasta’ custom-built restaurant will be situated in the Vineyard precinct of Grand Slam Oval, showcasing delicious and creative ways for fans to enjoy Barilla pasta and sauces.
Jan 02, 2019 13:01
Australian Open revises prize money hike to all-time record $44m
MELBOURNE: The Australian Open has decided to increase its prize money offerings to an historic high of AUD 62.5 million ($44 million), up 14 percent since last year. The development comes after the organisers of the first Grand Slam of the tennis calendar had announced AUD 60 million ($42.8 million) as prize money for the 2019 edition back in October 2018.
Dec 24, 2018 14:12
Dangal to be screened at maiden Australian Open Sports Film Fest
MELBOURNE: The first Grand Slam of the annual tennis calendar, the Australian Open (AO) will launch yet another first in 2019 with the inaugural AO Sports Film Festival. Throughout the entire two weeks of the tournament, tennis fans can mix up their tennis action with a daily dose of blockbusters, documentaries and all-time sports films from around the world.
Nov 21, 2018 14:11
Aus Open extends decade-long partnership with Garnier
MELBOURNE: Tennis Australia is set to rekindle their partnership with one of Australia’s most loved beauty brands, Garnier as it will continue to be the official skincare and haircare partner of the Australian Open which is set to take place yet again in January next year.
Oct 25, 2018 17:10
Kia brings AO Ballkids Program to India
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Oct 10, 2018 12:10
Australian Open confirms record Chinese sponsorship deal
MELBOURNE: The Australian Open seems to be going from strength to strength as it has attracted the most financially lucrative sponsorship deal from China in its 114-year history. Luzhou Laojiao, one of China’s top liquor brands, will benefit from global exposure and brand engagement through the partnership including international broadcast visibility and a world class hospitality offering.
Oct 09, 2018 13:10
Australian Open ups prize money 10%, new initiatives for 2019
MELBOURNE: The first Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, Australian Open has decided to yet again hike its prize money by 10%, from AUD 55 million in 2018 to 60.5 million ($42.8 million) in 2019. Craig Tiley, the tournament director claimed that men’s and women’s players as well as coaches were consulted largely before introducing a range of player-friendly initiatives for the event in Melbourne next year.
Oct 02, 2018 14:10
Victoria state government
Victoria, India confirm sports partnership with Oz Open tour in Delhi
MUMBAI: Australia’s famed state of Victoria has begun implementing its ‘India Strategy’ which involves six key sporting activities in which the state and India are involved equally, ANI reports.
Sep 27, 2018 14:09
Yonex extends Australian Open association
MELBOURNE: Japanese sporting manufacturer Yonex has extended their agreement as official Australian Open stringer in a new multi-year deal.   The partnership extension was announced at special Australian Open launch function in Tokyo Wednesday.  
Sep 10, 2018 17:09
Infosys logo
Infosys ups its tennis game with 3-year Oz Open deal
MELBOURNE: Indian technology major Infosys has been named the official digital innovation partner of the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the tennis calendar.
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