Novak Djokovic is one of several players to voice their concerns over the introduction of 'coaching pods' at the Australian Open – with one star even claiming he "hates" the new development

Aryna Sabalenka's quest to make history and defend her title at the Australian Open remains on track after she beat Clara Tauson 7-6 6-4 to move into the last 16, while Novak Djokovic also progressed in another eventful day at Melbourne Park.

Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are some of the prominent players who will be in action on the sixth day in Melbourne.

Aryna Sabalenka has flattered to deceive so far this season while Clara Tauson is in strong form and tennis tipster thinks the Dane will keep it competitive at the Australian Open

Vintage Djokovic produces ‘best match of tournament’ amidst struggles MELBOURNE, Jan 17: Novak Djokovic overcame struggles as the record 10-time champion surged to a 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 triumph against Tomas Machac to advance to the fourth round at the Australian Open for a 17th time on Friday.

He had his visa cancelled ahead of the 2022 Australian Open following days of drama over Australia’s Covid-19 entry rules and his unvaccinated status. Read more at straitstimes.com.

A "very hot-headed" Novak Djokovic produced a vintage display to join Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open last 16 on Friday, but Naomi Osaka's bid for a third Melbourne crown is over with injury.

Sabalenka is bidding for a third consecutive Australian Open title, a feat that only five women have achieved in history. But she faced a challenge against Denmark's Clara Tauson before prevailing 7-6 (5), 6-4 to reach the tournament's second week.

Djokovic is on a collision course to meet Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals, Coco Gauff opens against former champ Sofia Kenin. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Coco Gauff and two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka have moved closer to another semifinal showdown at the Australian Open. Gauff eliminated 2021 U.S.

Osaka won the first set 6-4 against Clara Tauson but was then unable ... In the men's final in Brisbane, Jiri Lehecka beat Novak Djokovic's conqueror Reilly Opelka after his opponent pulled ...