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Mark Philippoussis is a two-time grand slam finalist and a former top ten men’s singles player. He counts Australia’s Davis Cup victories in 1999 and 2003 as his career highlights and still travels the world as a commentator and player on the Legends tour.

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2022 Australian Open Tennis WomenÃs Final. Australian Ash Barty Vs Danielle Collins of the USA on Rod Laver Arena. Barty holds the winners trophy after winning the womens final. Picture: David Caird

Philippoussis: Barty’s grace in a world of egos

Ash Barty is leaving on top, on her terms and with millions left on the table. And, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS, we should applaud her for it.

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FILE PHOTO (EDITORS NOTE: COMPOSITE OF IMAGES - Image numbers 1365279573, 1367267093) In this composite image a comparison has been made between Daniil Medvedev of Russia (L) and Rafael Nadal of Spain. They will play each other in the 2022 Australian Men's Singles Final on January 30,2022 in Melbourne Australia. *** MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 18: Daniil Medvedev of Russia plays a backhand in his first round singles match against Henri Laaksonen of Switzerland during day two of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 18, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 28: Rafael Nadal of Spain plays a backhand in his Men's Singles semi-final match against Matteo Berrettini of Italy during day 12 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 28, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: Shot that proves Nadal is soaring

From the start, there was a telling sign Rafael Nadal was a real chance of winning his 21st grand slam title, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS.

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OPINIONAustralian Open

FILE PHOTO (EDITORS NOTE: COMPOSITE OF IMAGES - Image numbers 1367122567, 1367126210 - GRADIENT ADDED) In this composite image a comparison has been made between Ashleigh Barty of Australia (L) and Danielle Collins of United States. They will play each other in the 2022 Australian Women's Singles Final on January 29,2022 in Melbourne Australia. ***LEFT IMAGE*** Ashleigh Barty of Australia plays a backhand in her Women's Singles Semi-finals match against Madison Keys of United States during day 11 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 27, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** Danielle Collins of United States plays a backhand in her Women's Singles Semi-finals match against Iga Swiatek of Poland during day 11 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 27, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: One word separates Barty from the rest

Ash Barty will be less inspired by the trophy, and more by the thousands of kids inspired to pick up a racquet, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS.

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Philippoussis: Why Tsitsipas reminds me of Federer

The Tsitsipas family has forged a close relationship with MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS. This is his inside take on Stefanos.

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OPINIONAustralian Open

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 20: Alex de Minaur of Australia celebrates after winning a point in his second round singles match against Kamil Majchrzak of Poland during day four of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 20, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: The big step Demon must take

Alex de Minaur is a win away from his best Aus Open performance. But, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS, there are key grounds for improvement.

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Philippoussis: Savour every minute Rafa has left

Aussies might not see Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic again so must savour Rafa Nadal while he lasts, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS, explaining why the Spaniard has always been different.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 15: Ashleigh Barty of Australia plays a backhand during a practice session ahead of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 15, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: How Barty snuck up on the world

Best slice backhand in the world, brilliant around the court … and that isn‘t even the best part about Ash Barty’s game, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 27: Novak Djokovic of Serbia is congratulated in his Men's Singles Final match by Rafael Nadal of Spain during day 14 of the 2019 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 27, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: The big winners from Djokovic saga

Rafa? Medvedev? MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS assesses how a Novak Djokovic-less men’s draw at the Australian Open would play out.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 13: Nick Kyrgios plays a backhand in his Men's Doubles second round match with partner Thanasi Kokkinakis of Australia against Lloyd Harris of South Africa and Julian Knowle of Austria during day six of the 2021 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on February 13, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Philippoussis: Why Kyrgios owes us nothing

Will Nick Kyrgios reach his potential or fade away? That all comes down to one question, MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS writes, but has nothing to do with other people’s expectations.

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Philippoussis: Djokovic must make a call now

Novak Djokovic has the power to extend The Big Three era, but first he must decide his Open future, writes MARK PHILIPPOUSSIS.

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