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Owen LeonardCadet journalist

Owen Leonard is a cadet journalist based in Melbourne. He previously covered AFL as a freelance writer and worked in a digital role at Seven Network for the Tokyo Olympics while completing a journalism degree at Deakin University.

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The Tackle: ‘Archaic’ scheduling fiasco mars Aus Open

While there was plenty to love at this year’s Australian Open, the schedule issues that caused havoc in week one will still live large in minds. Check out our likes and dislikes from the Aus Open 2023.

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Tennis star fighting at war slams Djoker’s pro-Putin denial

Former world number 13 Alex Dolopolov, who is now a soldier in the Ukrainian army, has questioned Novak Djokovic’s claims about his father’s role in a pro-Russian controversy.

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‘A disgrace’: Aus Open slammed for Russia, Putin flag show

Ukraine’s ambassador has slammed the Australian Open, after fans were detained for showing off Russian flags featuring Vladimir Putin’s face.

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‘S— happens’: Legends split on Open curfew

Should there be a curfew? Who has been the surprise packet? A handful of tennis greats have answered the big questions from the Australian Open.

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Where is Peng Shuai? TA lashed for deafening silence

Tennis Australia has been torn to shreds for completely ignoring Peng Shuai’s plight as Human Rights researchers reveal fresh concerns for the Chinese tennis star.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 22: Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece celebrates after winning a point during the fourth round singles match against Jannik Sinner of Italy during day seven of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 22, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

‘My face burns’: Tsitsipas erupts in marathon five-set classic

Australian Open fan favourite Stefanos Tsitsipas can dream of a Grand Slam in his “second home” after surviving a five-set classic against Jannik Sinner to clinch his spot in the last eight.

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Britain's Andy Murray reacts as he plays against Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut during their men's singles match on day six of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 21, 2023. (Photo by Manan VATSYAYANA / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

Why Aus Open owes braveheart Murray a giant apology

After more than 14 hours on court in three matches, Andy Murray simply ran out of gas. But he should be fuming about how he’s been treated, writes Julian Linden.

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‘Drunk out of his mind’: Djoker blows up at louts

An enraged Novak Djokovic stopped his match and demanded fans dressed as Where’s Wally be kicked out of Rod Laver Arena for heckling him. Watch the video here.

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Russia's Andrey Rublev hits a return against Finland's Emil Ruusuvuori during their men's singles match on day four of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 19, 2023. (Photo by Paul CROCK / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

Watch: Russian star abused by Ukrainian fans at AO

A high-profile Russian tennis player says he was abused by Ukrainian fans who hung their nation’s flag from the stands at his Australian Open clash.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 16: Nick Daicos of the Magpies during the 2022 AFL Round 18 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at the Adelaide Oval on July 16, 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The Daicos switch that will take Pies to another level

Nick Daicos was a revelation for the resurgent Pies across half back last season, but could a positional move take him – and his team – to the next level?

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