| 单词 | Laver |
| 例句 | On a recent morning, a friend sent me an email with the subject “Rod Lavers are back in stock.” Adidas Brings Back Rod Lavers, Beloved Shoe of a Sneaker Niche 2014-04-09T20:43:42Z The Lavers were white sneakers that were not a white flag to the steady march of dotage. Adidas Brings Back Rod Lavers, Beloved Shoe of a Sneaker Niche 2014-04-09T20:43:42Z The last man to complete the Grand Slam was Rod Laver in 1969. With or without a Grand Slam, Serena Williams is the greatest 2015-08-26T04:00:00Z Then Adidas released something similar to the Rod Lavers, but tainted with brazen red and blue stripes and a harder sole. Men Shop in Bulk 2011-12-28T22:05:57Z Let’s face it, you don’t exactly do much in Rod Lavers. Adidas Brings Back Rod Lavers, Beloved Shoe of a Sneaker Niche 2014-04-09T20:43:42Z I ended up driving most of the Great Ocean Road in the Suzuki, then doubling back near Lavers Hill when it got dark and heading back to Melbourne. Stunning Vistas and Wildlife Along Australia’s Great Ocean Road 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z A season later they finally brought back the Rod Laver originals but even simpler — in all leather without metal eyelets — the Tournament Edition. Men Shop in Bulk 2011-12-28T22:05:57Z One of my early shoes, white bucks with a green sole, was inspired by Adidas Rod Lavers.” Trading Up: Elvis Would Be Proud 2011-07-13T20:44:07Z “The quantity of plastic there is truly alarming,” said lead researcher Jennifer Lavers. Researchers say a tiny island in the Pacific Ocean is the trashiest place on Earth 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z The foot baggers, including a guy who posted that he “sometimes showers with his Lavers on,” freaked: first about them disappearing, then about the threat of potential modifications. Adidas Brings Back Rod Lavers, Beloved Shoe of a Sneaker Niche 2014-04-09T20:43:42Z Lavers said she noticed green toy soldiers that looked identical to those her brother played with as a child in the early 1980s, as well as red motels from the Monopoly board game. Researchers say a tiny island in the Pacific Ocean is the trashiest place on Earth 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z That was where Althea Gibson and Arthur Ashe broke the color barrier, where players like Bill Tilden, Billie Jean King, Rod Laver and Jimmy Connors all won titles. Urban Athlete: Platform Tennis at West Side Tennis Club or Crest Hollow 2012-02-16T22:50:43Z “I think the Laver Cup has the potential to be taken very seriously, not just now but also in the future,” Auger-Aliassime said. Team World sweeps opening three matches against Team Europe at Laver Cup 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z The games will take place at Rod Laver Arena, home of the Australian Open. Column: Kings look to take next step to contention, starting with Australia trip 2023-09-16T04:00:00Z Getting Laver himself to provide a replica he had at home in Carlsbad, California. All 4 Grand Slam trophies were at the US Open when Djokovic lost to Medvedev in the 2021 final 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z Open in August with his sights on the first calendar-year Grand Slam for a man since Rod Laver accomplished the feat in 1969. Novak Djokovic ties Roger Federer with 46 Slam semifinals and meets Jannik Sinner next at Wimbledon 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z "We had to play Laver Cup together in the same team. I've forgotten about it. He has forgotten about it," the fifth seed said. Bathroom row with Murray 'forgotten' - Tsitsipas 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z It was a rematch between Auger-Aliassime and Monfils after they played against one another at the Laver Cup three years ago. Team World sweeps opening three matches against Team Europe at Laver Cup 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z Marine ecologist Jennifer Lavers, head of the Adrift Lab, has been studying plastic debris consumption in this wild shearwater population for over a decade. ‘Plasticosis’ in Seabirds Could Herald New Era of Animal Disease 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z Open traveled there, met with Laver and collected the trophy, then flew back to New York with the hardware — protected by a custom-built, wood-and-metal carrying case — beside him in a first-class seat. All 4 Grand Slam trophies were at the US Open when Djokovic lost to Medvedev in the 2021 final 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z Ticket packages for the Laver Cup, which was founded by Federer’s management company, go on sale March 3. McEnroe, Borg returning as Laver Cup captains in Vancouver 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z His father Srdjan was pictured outside Rod Laver Arena with supporters of Russian president Vladimir Putin, creating a controversy which Djokovic said was "not pleasant" to deal with. Why can't the young guns stop Djokovic? 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z Shelton’s win marked the first time Team World has won the opening match at the Laver Cup. Team World sweeps opening three matches against Team Europe at Laver Cup 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z In 2019, Lavers led a study that described correlations between ingested plastic and various aspects of blood chemistry. ‘Plasticosis’ in Seabirds Could Herald New Era of Animal Disease 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z Cheered by raucous supporters who packed Rod Laver Arena, Djokovic didn’t need quite that long to dispatch a frequently misfiring Tsitsipas in 2:56. With 22nd major, Novak Djokovic bolsters his case as best men’s tennis player ever 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z He was bothered by the unusual circumstances that kept his father - who had last attended the Australian Open 15 years ago - away from Rod Laver Arena for Djokovic’s semifinal and final, and was fine. Novak Djokovic clearly not done dominating tennis 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z He was bothered by the unusual circumstances that kept his father — who had last attended the Australian Open 15 years ago — away from Rod Laver Arena for Djokovic’s semifinal and final, and was fine. Analysis: Novak Djokovic clearly not done dominating tennis 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z “Play Australians in Australia is never easy,” Zielinksi said in an on-court interview, drawing loud applause from fans at Rod Laver Arena where the match ended just after midnight local time. Aussies Hijikata, Kubler win Australian Open men’s doubles 2023-01-28T05:00:00Z They played under the lights in front of a packed house at Rod Laver Arena. Paul says Djokovic thwarted his Australian Open gameplan 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z A video emerged on social media showed a fan on the steps of Rod Laver Arena holding up a Russian flag with the image of President Vladimir Putin on it. Australia reiterates Ukraine support after Djokovic's father poses with Russia fans 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z When Paul finished off that victory, he was asked during his on-court interview at Rod Laver Arena about what fans back home might be thinking. Tommy Paul’s Australian run helps make US men relevant again 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z A Russian flag bearing Putin's image was displayed outside the Rod Laver Arena by a group of fans wearing Serb colours. Djokovic's father filmed with Putin supporters 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Well, he’ll get that chance Friday at Rod Laver Arena in the semifinals. EXPLAINER: Novak Djokovic’s successful return to Australia 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Photographs show the man being spoken to by an Australian Open official on Rod Laver Arena. Four spectators questioned as Russia flags waved 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z The Kazakh wrapped up victory in one hour and 19 minutes following a lengthy rain delay on Rod Laver Arena. Rybakina breezes into Australian Open semi-finals 2023-01-23T05:00:00Z But he must first overcome 23-year-old Australian De Minaur and a partisan home support on Rod Laver Arena to reach the last eight. Djokovic continues bid for 10th title on day eight 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z But fans descending on Rod Laver Arena for the encounter should consider themselves warned - no more bakery chants. Swiatek hopes bakery chants stop for Rybakina match 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z On this night in Rod Laver Arena, it was Korda who dictated most of the points, who put his shots right where he wanted them, who charged forward with verve and slick volleys. Korda of US stops 2-time Australian Open runner-up Medvedev 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Russia's Medvedev had reached the final at the Australian Open for the past two years but could not match Korda's level on Rod Laver Arena. Medvedev suffers shock straight-set loss to Korda 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z That moment at the Laver Cup where they touched hands made me emotional too! I'd love to create a rivalry like Federer & Nadal 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Nadal's wife was left in tears and his support team also looked emotional in the player box as the two-time champion struggled to move on Rod Laver Arena. Injured Nadal out in Australian Open second round 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Their reactions echoed those inside Rod Laver Arena as Murray produced shots and points which few thought he could still pull off. 'Metal-hip Murray stuns everyone - even himself' 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z The Serb received a warm reception on Rod Laver Arena in his first match at the tournament since his controversial deportation last year. Djokovic wins on Australian Open return 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z He also says he'll be "feeling this tomorrow" after the match went to five sets and a deciding tie-break at the Rod Laver Arena. 'I'll be feeling this tomorrow' - Murray beats Berrettini 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z He used an exhibition match against Djokovic on Friday in front of a packed house at Rod Laver Arena to test the knee, but that did not go well. Nick Kyrgios out of Australian Open, will have knee surgery 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z Gauff, who reached her first Grand Slam singles final at the French Open last year, was given the honor of opening proceedings on Rod Laver Arena and dominated Siniakova in the first set. 2 Americans, Raducanu through to Australian Open 2nd round 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z A year on, opinion was still split about Djokovic's treatment among some of those arriving at Rod Laver Arena on Friday. 'I feel emotional' - Djokovic on Melbourne return 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Quarterfinals: Australian great Rod Laver is the only man to win a calendar-year Grand Slam twice. AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: AP quiz on the year’s 1st tennis Slam 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z The controversial Australian will play the Serb in a repeat of last year's Wimbledon final in a fundraiser on Rod Laver Arena before the Australian Open. 'How dare he?' - Kyrgios' dig after tickets sell out 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z Reserves manager for the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, Alys Laver, said nature has a fantastic ability to restore itself. COP15: UN calls for 'peace pact with nature' 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z “I was not expecting to open the tournament on Rod Laver,” Gauff said. 2 Americans, Raducanu through to Australian Open 2nd round 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z "I'm very happy. Thank you so much," said Djokovic after walking on to Rod Laver Arena to a rapturous reception. 'I feel emotional' - Djokovic on Melbourne return 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z How many Australian Open singles titles did Laver win in all? AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: AP quiz on the year’s 1st tennis Slam 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z All four were a part of the Team World squad that beat Team Europe for the first time at the Laver Cup in September, with Tiafoe clinching the victory by beating Stefanos Tsitsipas. Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz try to give U.S. first Davis Cup title since 2007 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z He hasn’t played competitively since September when he partnered with Federer in doubles at the Laver Cup to celebrate the last match of the retiring Swiss great. New dad Nadal doesn’t care about playing for the No. 1 rank 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z Sensing a possible momentum shift, the crowd at Rod Laver Arena rallied behind the Australian, who was able to open a cut on the right-hand side of Haney’s face. Devin Haney beats Kambosos to keep 4 world lightweight belts 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z The warm-up event raised money for charity, with the 15,000-capacity Rod Laver Arena selling out in 58 minutes when tickets were released on Tuesday. 'I feel emotional' - Djokovic on Melbourne return 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Laver won Wimbledon four times and the French Open and U.S. AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2023: AP quiz on the year’s 1st tennis Slam 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Former world number one Murray is competing in his first tournament since September's Laver Cup. Murray fights back to reach Gijon quarter-finals 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Andrew Laver: I have been a referee since I was 14, just over 30 years ago, my lad is now 17 and is a referee. Refereeing abuse - your experiences & suggestions 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z Tiley, who is also the Tennis Australia chief executive, said he met with Djokovic in London last month during the Laver Cup and believes the Serbian star holds no bitterness about the saga. Tennis Australia keeps out of Djokovic’s visa application 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Djokovic is coming off a victory in Tel Aviv last week and — aside from a match at the Laver Cup — the Wimbledon champion hasn’t lost since the French Open quarterfinals. Djokovic near flawless to reach 2nd round in Astana 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z Sunday’s matches were worth three points each, with the first squad to 13 earning the trophy named for Rod Laver, the only man to win the calendar-year Grand Slam twice. Tiafoe beats Tsitsipas to give Team World first Laver Cup win 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z Murray, who feared in 2019 he might have to retire because of a hip injury, was part of the Europe team that lost the Laver Cup for the first time. 'I don't deserve Federer-style farewell' - Murray 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z A couple of his Laver Cup teammates would agree. Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z The 20-time major champion played his last competitive match in emotional scenes at the Laver Cup on Friday. 'We can party again together' - Federer on future 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup, which is in its fifth edition, was founded by Federer’s management company and uses a format quite different from a standard tournament. Roger Federer bids farewell in last match before retirement 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z Team Europe came into the week having won all four previous editions of the Laver Cup, which was founded by Federer’s management company. Tiafoe beats Tsitsipas to give Team World first Laver Cup win 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z Europe had won all four of the previous editions of the annual three-day event, which was Federer's brainchild and named in honour of Australian great Rod Laver. 'I don't deserve Federer-style farewell' - Murray 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z After a defeat in doubles at his first Laver Cup on Sunday, Andy Murray said he thinks it ”has a lot of potential for the future.” Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z A protester appeared to set his arm on fire after running on court and briefly stopping play during the Laver Cup at the O2 Arena in London. Protester appears to set arm on fire at Laver Cup 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z There have been similar sentiments expressed by many inside the sport and out in the time since Federer made public on Sept. 15 his plan to finish playing at the Laver Cup. Roger Federer bids farewell in last match before retirement 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z The full lineup for Day 1 of the three-day Laver Cup was announced Thursday. Federer’s final match comes in doubles alongside rival Nadal 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z “It’s really not in my hands right now,” Djokovic said Thursday at the Laver Cup. Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic awaiting word on Australian Open 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Perhaps there are elements of the Laver Cup that could be changed. Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z In London on Friday, there was a short delay of about five minutes before the Laver Cup match resumed. Protester appears to set arm on fire at Laver Cup 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z The former is set to play the last match of his illustrious career, a doubles outing at the Rod Laver Cup in London, tomorrow. Your Thursday Briefing 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Roger Federer has confirmed the final match of his illustrious career will be in the doubles at the Laver Cup in London on Friday night. Federer to bow out on Friday in Laver Cup doubles 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup, which begins Friday, is Djokovic’s first competition since Wimbledon. Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic awaiting word on Australian Open 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Regardless, what matters for the Laver Cup is whether fans care about it. Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair 2022-09-25T04:00:00Z He will close his career with a doubles match at the Laver Cup on Friday — perhaps alongside longtime rival Rafael Nadal. Federer’s goodbye will be in doubles, maybe with Nadal 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z The 20-time Grand Slam champion is retiring from the sport after this weekend's Laver Cup in London. I stopped believing I could carry on - Federer 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z Europe take on a world team in the three-day Laver Cup, where the six players from each side are usually required to play at least one singles match. Federer to bow out on Friday in Laver Cup doubles 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z It’s unclear just how much Federer actually will participate in the Laver Cup. Roger Federer to discuss his retirement on Wednesday 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z Federer, 41, will end a career that featured 20 Grand Slam singles titles after the Laver Cup, which begins in London on 23 September. Serena welcomes Federer to 'retirement club' 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z Federer, who announced last week via social media that he would be retiring after the Laver Cup, said it took him a bit to get used to the idea of stepping away from the competition. Federer’s goodbye will be in doubles, maybe with Nadal 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z The four men will be on the same team at the Laver Cup between 23 and 26 September, a Ryder Cup-style tournament in which Team Europe takes on Team World. I stopped believing I could carry on - Federer 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z That end, he said, will come at the upcoming Laver Cup on Sept. 23-25 in London. Roger Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam champion, announces his retirement 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Federer is in London and has been practicing ahead of the Laver Cup, an event founded by his management team that begins Friday with the fifth edition of its Team Europe vs. Roger Federer to discuss his retirement on Wednesday 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z The Swiss will appear once more on the professional tour, in the Ryder Cup-style Laver Cup later this month - a tournament he has helped create. 'Federer a great who reached sporting perfection' 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z And not without Federer, whose last tournament came last year at Wimbledon, and whose final appearance on court will be next week in London at the Laver Cup, a team event his management group founded. As Roger Federer retires, an appreciation of his career 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Tiafoe’s next matches will be at the Laver Cup team competition event next week in London. Family reunion: Terrapins’ Taulia, Dolphins’ Tua both playing in Maryland this weekend 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z In Thursday’s announcement, Federer said his farewell event will be the Laver Cup in London next week. Roger Federer says he is retiring from tennis 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Roger Federer broke the news fans across the world have long been fearing when he announced on Thursday he will retire from competitive tennis after next week's Laver Cup in London. Federer to retire from the sport after next week's Laver Cup 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Federer posted his news on Twitter, saying his farewell event will be the Laver Cup in London next week. Roger Federer says he is retiring from professional tennis 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z Australian Nick Kyrgios will not participate in the 2022 Laver Cup as he wants to spend more time with his family, the player said on Tuesday. 'Star Wars' series 'Andor' explores dark days in the galaxy's revolution 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z The fifth edition of the Laver Cup, which was founded by Federer’s management company, will be in London on Sept. 23-25. Djokovic joins Federer, Nadal, Murray on Europe at Laver Cup 2022-07-22T04:00:00Z This ends his bid for a calendar Grand Slam — last achieved on the men’s side by Rod Laver in 1969 — as Nadal had won both the Australian Open and French Open. Injured Rafael Nadal withdraws from Wimbledon before semifinal 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z Rod Laver was the last man to accomplish the feat. Rafael Nadal advances to Wimbledon semifinals with grueling win over Taylor Fritz 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z She has seen the will of Billie Jean King, the technique of Rod Laver, the grace of Bjorn Borg, the awe of two Williamses. Analysis | Novak Djokovic’s comeback joins the legend of Centre Court at Wimbledon 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Soon, the likes of Australian stars Rod Laver and Ken Rosewall ventured into the professional ranks. Commentary: How Wimbledon legend Jack Kramer ended 'shamateurism' and ignited pro tennis movement 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z The 40-year-old Swiss has not played since losing in the Wimbledon quarter-finals last year but plans to make a comeback at the Laver Cup and Swiss Indoors tournament later this year. All-star cast assembles as Wimbledon returns 2022-06-25T04:00:00Z He is scheduled to play the Laver Cup in London in September before a return to the ATP Tour in his home city of Basel in October. Are we saying goodbye to the GOATs at Wimbledon? 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z This year’s fifth Laver Cup is being held in London on Sept. 23-25. Vancouver, Berlin scheduled to host upcoming Laver Cups 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z Nadal is still just halfway to the Grand Slam, but he has never been this close to a feat that was last achieved in the men’s game in 1969 by the Australian Rod Laver. Nadal Has a Chance at Winning All 4 Grand Slams, if His Foot Cooperates 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z Rod Laver won on grass and clay and no doubt would have on hard courts had majors been played on them during his career. Perspective | Rafael Nadal — gracious, charming and brilliant — is the best of tennis 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z Tennis great “Rocket” Rod Laver and former Los Angeles Dodgers and Padres star Steve Garvey were among the guests in the owner’s box. Azocar lifts Padres to 3-2 win over Brewers in 10 innings 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z And Djokovic would have become the first male player since Rod Laver in 1969 to achieve a Grand Slam, capturing Wimbledon and the French, Australian and U.S. A Saga Between Tries, Novak Djokovic Again Aims for His 21st Slam 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z He nearly completed a calendar sweep of the Grand Slam events last year, which was last accomplished by Rod Laver in 1969, before losing to Medvedev in the final of the U.S. Novak Djokovic says he won’t play Indian Wells because CDC hasn’t changed regulations 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z “I’m really looking forward to getting back into competition later this year and Laver Cup is very much part of my plan,” said Federer, whose management company founded the competition. Federer, Nadal plan to play Laver Cup in London in September 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z Laver could have won playing on an ice-skating rink. Perspective | Rafael Nadal — gracious, charming and brilliant — is the best of tennis 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z Laver, the last man to win the calendar-year Grand Slam, has lived in northern San Diego County for several years. Azocar lifts Padres to 3-2 win over Brewers in 10 innings 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z Sunday’s final turned out to be considerably longer, but Nadal delivered a reminder of the classic matches he had played in Rod Laver Arena and beyond. Rafael Nadal Wins the Australian Open, His 21st Grand Slam Title 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z Nadal, who was cheered throughout by a wildly partisan crowd at Rod Laver Arena, covered his face, then stood with a disbelieving smile upon clinching the victory. Rafael Nadal storms back to win epic Australian Open final and capture men’s Grand Slam record 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z It was no surprise that the crowd at Rod Laver Arena would be overwhelmingly on Nadal’s side, yet Medvedev seemed thrown by the antipathy. Nadal, Djokovic and how character shaped the plot of the Australian Open 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z Those instances of coming up short in Rod Laver Arena flashed through Nadal’s mind. Analysis: All in all, a fitting way for Nadal to get No. 21 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z Barty, often inscrutable on a tennis court, had just finished letting her guard down with a full-flex howl of delight that could almost be heard above the roars in Rod Laver Arena. Ashleigh Barty Wins Australian Open Women’s Singles Title 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Then came American Danielle Collins, who marched onto the court at Rod Laver Arena for Saturday’s final brandishing one of game’s best returns and inner belief as powerful as her backhand. Ashleigh Barty digs deep to become first Aussie to win Australian Open in 44 years 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z When she clinched victory on Rod Laver Arena with a cross-court winner, there was an uncharacteristic outburst when she screamed her delight. 'A wholesome character who everyone thinks is their mate' 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Fittingly, she was a guest of Tennis Australia for the final and she had the honor of welcoming the singles trophy, the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup, on to Rod Laver Arena before the match. Reference point: Barty replaces O’Neil as last Aussie winner 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z The pair, who won the Wimbledon boys' title together in 2013, have both fuelled and utilised a partisan atmosphere on Rod Laver Arena. Kyrgios & Kokkinakis win maiden title 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Virtually everyone inside Rod Laver Arena jumped to their feet, roaring their approval, many with camera phones in their hand to capture a long-awaited moment for the nation's sports fans. Barty triumphs to end Australian wait 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Nadal's win over Wimbledon runner-up Berrettini, under a closed roof at Rod Laver Arena, because of heavy rain, was his 500th on hard courts at tour level. Rafael Nadal, Daniil Medvedev to meet in history-making Australian Open final 2022-01-28T05:00:00Z Nadal’s win over Berrettini, under a closed roof at Rod Laver Arena because of heavy local rain, was his 500th on hard courts at tour level. Nadal reaches Australian Open final, within 1 win of record 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z MELBOURNE, Australia — The lineup at Rod Laver Arena on Thursday at the Australian Open offered a who’s who of the host country’s biggest tennis stars. ‘He’s Inspired a Nation’: Dylan Alcott Says Goodbye to Tennis 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z With the opening set slipping away, Swiatek came to life, broke back for 2-4 and roared “Come on!” as chants of “Iga! Iga!” broke out at Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open finalists Ashleigh Barty, Danielle Collins arrive via different paths, styles 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z While we wait the players on Rod Laver Arena, the host broadcaster is showing a re-run of last night’s women’s semi featuring Ash Barty and Madison Keys. Australian Open 2022 men’s semi-final: Matteo Berrettini v Rafael Nadal – live! 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Rod Laver, the aging Australian tennis great, was in the stadium himself. Ash Barty to face Danielle Collins in bid to end Australian title drought 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Ashleigh Barty became the first home player to reach the Australian Open women's singles final in 42 years as she beat Madison Keys in straight sets on a jubilant Rod Laver Arena. Barty into first Australian Open final 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Schroder said the thousands inside Rod Laver Arena for Alcott’s farewell were “by far the most that have come to watch” one of his matches. ‘He’s Inspired a Nation’: Dylan Alcott Says Goodbye to Tennis 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z On Saturday in Melbourne, Barty, the world’s No. 1 player and a two-time Grand Slam champion, and the 30th-ranked Collins will step onto the court at Rod Laver Arena to contest the Australian Open final. Australian Open finalists Ashleigh Barty, Danielle Collins arrive via different paths, styles 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z “Playing him in Rod Laver in the semifinals is something that I dreamed about when I was a kid.” At the Australian Open, the Last Men Standing Have Been Through the Wringer 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z One of his main gripes was not playing that match on the Rod Laver Court but he gets his wish today. Australian Open 2022 quarter-final: Auger-Aliassime v Medvedev – live! 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z That’s where experience made a difference on Rod Laver Arena, the main show court at Melbourne Park. Tsitsipas edges Fritz, ends US men’s hopes in Australia 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Medvedev, who said he was "quite mad today", added his annoyance on court "was a consequence" of not being scheduled on Laver. Medvedev reaches Melbourne quarters 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z Rod Laver, the former Australian great who made the trip from his home in California, has said that Barty is ready to do “something special.” Ashleigh Barty Mixes It Up and Heads to Australian Open Quarterfinals 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z But they warmed to each other when they played the Laver Cup for Team Europe in Boston last year. At the Australian Open, the Last Men Standing Have Been Through the Wringer 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z The Rod Laver Arena will host these singles matches on Tuesday. Australian Open 2022: Tsitsipas beats Fritz in epic, Cornet outlasts Halep– as it happened 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z He said he resisted the temptation to request matches on Rod Laver. The Double Ks advance with style at the Australian Open 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z "I won the last Grand Slam, I'm highest seed here. To play against Maxime would be easier on Rod Laver, more space." Medvedev reaches Melbourne quarters 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z He was in the stands at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night. Ashleigh Barty Mixes It Up and Heads to Australian Open Quarterfinals 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z He was lucky, too, getting a boost earlier in the match when play was stopped to close the retractable roof in Laver Arena because of rain during the third-set tiebreaker. At the Australian Open, the Last Men Standing Have Been Through the Wringer 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z US Open champion Medvedev had to deal with a hostile crowd in favour of their home player on Rod Laver Arena. Medvedev and Tsitsipas into third round 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Brengle finally got on the scoreboard - drawing great applause from Rod Laver Arena - before increasing the pressure further. 'Hermit' Barty & Osaka race through 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z Hanfmann saved four match points, including two on the Spaniard's serve, before the 2009 champion secured victory on Rod Laver Arena. Nadal cruises into third round 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z He was taken away by two police officers at the Rod Laver Arena after he had a sign that said, "Masks don’t work." Fan ejected after fight breaks out at Australian Open 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z "Very tricky. You’re always nervous going out there on Rod Laver, which I love, and starting a Grand Slam campaign," Muguruza said. Andy Murray wins at Australia Open for 1st time since 2017 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z After coming through Australian Open qualifying for the third time in her career, 123rd-ranked Dart was handed another plum first-round draw which again put her on Rod Laver Arena. Watson through but Dart knocked out 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z You’re always nervous going out there on Rod Laver, which I love, and starting a Grand Slam campaign. Muguruza is a perfect 10 in Australian Open’s 1st round 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z Alcott’s face is one of the most prominent in promotional posters for the tournament around the city, and the tournament plans to hold the final of his event in Rod Laver Arena. At the Australian Open, Everyone Not Named Djokovic Is Ready to Star 2022-01-16T05:00:00Z Osaka, the reigning Australian Open champion, kicks off her title defence second up on Rod Laver Arena, where play starts today at 11am local time, midnight in the UK and 7pm in New York. Australian Open 2022: Naomi Osaka on court as grand slam begins without Novak Djokovic – live! 2022-01-16T05:00:00Z Though Osaka’s ranking slipped to 14th during her hiatus, she will bring imposing credentials to Rod Laver Arena, having won four hard-court majors over the past four seasons. Naomi Osaka has found her joy in tennis in time for the Australian Open 2022-01-15T05:00:00Z The lightning-fast hard court of Rod Laver Arena is tailor-made for his potent blend of offense and defense. Novak Djokovic’s legacy, bid for 21st Grand Slam are dealt another setback 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z But instead of hitting Rod Laver arena on Monday or Tuesday he could be deported on a flight out of Melbourne. Detained Djokovic to fight Australian deportation in court 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z He was then picked as the No. 1 seed for the tournament and was able to practice at Rod Laver Arena ahead of the Open. Novak Djokovic gets visa canceled again, faces deportation from Australia 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z The 34-year-old world number one was out practicing on Rod Laver Arena earlier on Thursday. Australian Open draw delayed as Djokovic visa decision awaited 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z The statement was posted while the men’s tennis No. 1 was in Rod Laver Arena holding a practice session, his third on the tournament’s main court since being released from four nights in immigration detention. Tennis star Novak Djokovic says not isolating after COVID-19 infection was an error 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z A statement was posted on Djokovic’s social media accounts Wednesday while the men’s tennis No. 1 was in Rod Laver Arena holding a practice session against Tristan Schoolkate, a 20-year-old Australian. Djokovic clarifies movements, Australian visa saga continues 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z "I love you each year more and more. The love affair keeps going," he told the Rod Laver Arena crowd after winning the title last year. What's next for Djokovic after visa row? 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z Djokovic also posted a photo of himself and his team - including coach Goran Ivanisevic - on court at the Rod Laver Arena, where he has won a record nine men's singles titles. Djokovic 'focused' on Australian Open 2022-01-10T05:00:00Z Anisimova, a French Open semifinalist and former world No. 21, returned to some of her best form Sunday at Rod Laver Arena. Barty wins in Adelaide, Anisimova in Melbourne in WTA events 2022-01-08T05:00:00Z Australian former player Rod Laver said the reason for the exemption should be made public, saying the situation "might get ugly". Australia could refuse Novak Djokovic entry over vaccine row - PM 2022-01-05T05:00:00Z A confrontation between tournament organizers and the king of Rod Laver Arena appeared inevitable, producing mixed emotions at the top of the game. Skepticism Greets Novak Djokovic’s Vaccine Exemption 2022-01-05T05:00:00Z Within hours of winning his appeal hearing, Djokovic posted an image on Twitter of him training on Rod Laver Arena. What's next for Djokovic after visa row? 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z Osaka returned to Rod Laver Arena for the first time since winning the Australian title last February. Osaka opens her season with a win over Cornet in Melbourne 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z In 1959, Rod Laver, who is 83 now, got to the finals of the Wimbledon men’s singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Appreciation: The quiet, extraordinary life of tennis champ Darlene Hard, a.k.a. Darlene in USC publications 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z In mixed doubles, she won twice at the French and three times at Wimbledon, partnering with Rod Laver for titles in 1959 and '60. Darlene Hard, 3-time major tennis champion, dies at 85 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z In mixed doubles, she won twice at the French and three times at Wimbledon, partnering with Rod Laver for titles in 1959 and ’60. Darlene Hard, 3-time major tennis champion, dies at 85 2021-12-03T05:00:00Z Tiley said there will be full crowds for the tournament, meaning Rod Laver Arena will return to its capacity of about 15,000, as will the other major show courts. Vaccine zone: Djokovic remains in question for Aussie Open 2021-11-19T05:00:00Z Rod Laver remains the last man to win all four major singles titles in the same year. Novak Djokovic Gets His Groove Back in Paris 2021-11-08T05:00:00Z “They’d start hitting hard shots at her at the net and she would get them all back. Pretty soon, the word was out. You better hit the ball at Laver.” Appreciation: The quiet, extraordinary life of tennis champ Darlene Hard, a.k.a. Darlene in USC publications 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z Open final, a defeat that stopped him just short of becoming the first man to complete a Grand Slam in singles since Rod Laver in 1969. U.S. Open Stars Fall at Indian Wells, Which Struggles to Draw a Crowd 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z It happens, and considering European players’ long-running dominance of men’s tennis, it is frankly more surprising that the first three Laver Cups were suspense magnets than that this year’s edition was a disappointing blowout. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z That allowed Team Europe to eclipse the 13 points needed to win the Laver Cup. After loss, McEnroe says Laver Cup should get more respect 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup sees six of the best European players take on six from the rest of the world over three days, with three singles and a doubles match per day. Europe win Laver Cup for fourth time 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z “She was just a great doubles player, maybe one of the best ever at mixed,” Laver said. Appreciation: The quiet, extraordinary life of tennis champ Darlene Hard, a.k.a. Darlene in USC publications 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z There were still three singles matches remaining, but Team Europe already had eclipsed the 13 points needed to win the Laver Cup. Team Europe easily tops Team World for 4th Laver Cup in row 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z Opelka, a towering and bearded player at 6-foot-11 who lost both his matches in his Laver Cup debut, confessed that he had been skeptical until he experienced the event himself this year. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z The first team to reach 13 points wins the Laver Cup. After Laver Cup loss, Nick Kyrgios talks about heading home 2021-09-25T04:00:00Z Boston was supposed to host the Laver Cup last year but it was postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. Ruud tops Opelka to give Team Europe early lead at Laver Cup 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z No man had even won a year’s first three major titles, let alone the full quartet, since Rod Laver in 1969. Analysis: Djokovic ‘still hanging on,’ seeking major titles 2021-09-13T04:00:00Z For at least another year, Rod Laver will remain the lone member of the most exclusive club in modern men’s tennis, and the 2021 U.S. Daniil Medvedev wins the U.S. Open as Novak Djokovic falls short of a Grand Slam. 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup’s capacity to bring together tennis’s past and present stars for meaningful exchanges is one of its strengths. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z The 25,703 fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium, which included Laver and a slew of luminaries from the sports and entertainment worlds, spilled their lungs on Djokovic’s behalf. Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam quest with a rout in the U.S. Open final 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Team Europe has won all three Laver Cups so far, helped each time by Federer — whose management company is the driving force behind the exhibition event — and either Nadal or Djokovic. Ruud tops Opelka to give Team Europe early lead at Laver Cup 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z A victory Sunday would have made him the first man since Rod Laver to win all four in the same year. US Open Glance: Djokovic’s true Slam bid stopped by Medvedev 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Djokovic is one match away, which is no surprise to Open officials, who long ago recruited Rod Laver to come to New York to award the trophy on Sunday. As Novak Djokovic Faces History, He Tries to Block It Out 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Open earlier this month before competing in the Laver Cup. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z In an interview with the Associated Press, Laver, 83, questioned whether announcing his Grand Slam aspiration would cost Djokovic, adding needless pressure to an already herculean task. Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam quest with a rout in the U.S. Open final 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Djokovic is trying to go 4 for 4 at the majors over the course of one season, something last done in men's tennis by Rod Laver 52 years ago. Djokovic, Medvedev win US Open men's semis, head to Sunday's final 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z Moreover, he would become the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win the Grand Slam, sweeping all four majors in the same year. Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam quest is alive and well, and he will meet Daniil Medvedev in U.S. Open final 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z Laver, an Australian lefthander nicknamed Rocket, completed the Grand Slam in 1962 as an amateur and in 1969 as a professional. As Novak Djokovic Faces History, He Tries to Block It Out 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Carrying the Laver Cup forward without that superstar power will be a much bigger challenge. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z Because tournament organizers have a proper sense of occasion, Australian legend Rod Laver will be on hand at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday to award the U.S. Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam quest with a rout in the U.S. Open final 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z As Friday night's semifinal began, the 81-year-old Laver was seated front and center behind a baseline in the President’s Box at Ashe. Djokovic, Medvedev win US Open men's semis, head to Sunday's final 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z Laver was seated in the President’s Box at Arthur Ashe Stadium for Friday’s matches. No. 2 Daniil Medvedev into 3rd Grand Slam final at US Open 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z But the Grand Slam has long been tennis’s steepest hill to climb, and it will be difficult to block it out with Laver front and center and Djokovic so close to something so rare. As Novak Djokovic Faces History, He Tries to Block It Out 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z His victory on Sunday with the hard-hitting Rublev marked the third straight time that Zverev has won the decisive point in the Laver Cup. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z From that point, Djokovic reeled off the next three sets to move within two victories of becoming the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win the sport’s four majors in the same year. Novak Djokovic, two wins from record-breaking Grand Slam, keeps finding a higher mental gear 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z "We’re going to see a lot of him in the future," said Djokovic, who would be the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win all four Slam trophies in one year. Djokovic extends Slam bid; 1st time no US players in Open QF 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Three more would make him the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to achieve the feat. Novak Djokovic survives shaky start against American upstart to keep Grand Slam bid intact 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z Laver, now 83, raised the possibility of the latter, albeit in diplomatic fashion, in an interview with the Associated Press this summer. Love him or not, Novak Djokovic embraces pressure at U.S. Open as he inches closer to history 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z Despite all the careful planning and big investment in this team competition, the bottom line is that Team Europe and Bjorn Borg, its captain, have won every Laver Cup. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z I actually hope he loses in New York so he’s not grouped with Rod Laver as a winner of the Grand Slam. Letters to Sports: Trouble keeps brewing in college football 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z The last man to go 4 for 4 at the majors was Rod Laver in 1969; Steffi Graf was the last woman, in 1988. Djokovic lets emotions show at US Open as Grand Slam nears 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z That means he is five victories away from a perfect 28-0 mark that would make him the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win all four major tennis singles championships in one season. On facing Djokovic at US Open: ‘Oh, no!’ or ‘Let’s go!’ 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z Djokovic needs five wins to become the first man to win all four Grand Slam singles titles in one year since Rod Laver did so in 1969. Column: Top seeds return to business at U.S. Open 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z On Sunday night, Laver Cup organizers announced before Team World’s final news conference that the team would field only “tennis-related questions.” At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z After Tuesday night’s victory, he is just six matches away from joining Don Budge, Maureen Connolly, Rod Laver, Margaret Court and Steffi Graf on the short list of those who have achieved it. Novak Djokovic Is Sensitive, Even When the Crowd’s Not Against Him 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z “A Grand Slam takes some good fortune, and I was fortunate that day,” Laver said. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z Only five players have previously won all four majors in the same year, with Australian great Rod Laver the only man to have achieved the feat in the Open era. Focus on Djokovic as stars miss US Open 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Open two weeks from now to complete the first calendar-year Grand Slam in men’s tennis since 1969, "Rocket" Rod Laver will be there to welcome him into a remarkably exclusive group. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam 'club' 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Both events were postponed in 2020, and he said that the Laver Cup has a designated week on the tennis schedule that could not be changed. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z That surprises Laver, even if, as he says, “It’s tough to put them all together.” Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Court, like Laver, targeted the Grand Slam before the season. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z “Laver Cup is something that is very dear to me, so clearly I always have extra energy for the Laver Cup,” Federer told me. Roger Federer’s Biggest Legacy? It Might Be His Billion-Dollar Brand. 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z The No. 1-seeded Djokovic is the first man to head to Flushing Meadows after having won a season's first three major titles since Rod Laver went 4 for 4 at the Slams in 1969. Djokovic's true Slam bid at US Open starts against qualifier 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z But if the Russians are remaining part of Team Europe in the Laver Cup, not much other tinkering can be done in the geography department. At the Laver Cup, Europe Might Be Too Good 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z The quiet, unassuming Laver, who has lived in northern San Diego County for years, said he’s never gotten any special satisfaction about being the last man to win the Grand Slam. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z What also has changed is that when Laver won his Grand Slams, three of the four majors were played on grass with only the French Open staged on clay. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z A big part of Chicago’s appeal to Federer was the chance to play the Laver Cup in the United Center, the home arena of the Bulls. Roger Federer’s Biggest Legacy? It Might Be His Billion-Dollar Brand. 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z That was Laver's second true Grand Slam, after 1962; Don Budge in 1938 is the only other man to win all four majors in a single year. Djokovic's true Slam bid at US Open starts against qualifier 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z The No. 1-seeded Djokovic is the first man to head to Flushing Meadows after having won a season’s first three major titles since Rod Laver went 4 for 4 at the Slams in 1969. Djokovic’s true Slam bid at US Open starts against qualifier 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z It wouldn’t be the first time the pair has spoken; they’ve often chatted at Melbourne Park, where Djokovic has won nine Australian Open titles at what is now known as Rod Laver Arena. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Laver was 31 when he won the U.S. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z Federer visited the United Center with Nick Kyrgios, the Australian who would play for the World Team in the Laver Cup but, considering his ambivalence about tennis, would surely have preferred being an N.B.A. star. Roger Federer’s Biggest Legacy? It Might Be His Billion-Dollar Brand. 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z Emerson follows with 12, and Borg and Laver won 11 apiece. US OPEN 2021: Test your tennis knowledge with an AP quiz 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z That was Laver’s second true Grand Slam, after 1962; Don Budge in 1938 is the only other man to win all four majors in a single year. Djokovic’s true Slam bid at US Open starts against qualifier 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Someone mentioned that the man wearing the Rod Laver shoes was, indeed, Rod Laver. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Djokovic is the first man since Laver to win even the first three legs of the Grand Slam: an indicator of the depth of the challenge. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z The blaze resulted in about 50 people from nearby caravans being moved to emergency accommodation set up by site owner Laver Leisure. Ingoldmells caravan fire: Inquiry continues into girl's death 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z If he does, he will become the first man to do so since Rod Laver in 1969. Novak Djokovic leaves Olympics empty-handed after bronze medal match meltdown 2021-07-31T04:00:00Z Open — something no man has accomplished since Rod Laver in 1969. Djokovic’s temper flares up in bronze-medal match loss 2021-07-31T04:00:00Z Open two weeks from now to complete the first calendar-year Grand Slam in men’s tennis since 1969, “Rocket” Rod Laver will be there to welcome him into a remarkably exclusive group. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Novak Djokovic won the first three Grand Slam tournaments of the year and needs only to win the United States Open, which began on Monday in New York, to join Laver in the club. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z The 34-year-old Djokovic is already the first man since Laver in ’69 to win the first three major tournaments in a season. Serbia coach: team was against Djokovic’s mixed doubles play 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z The only men with calendar-year Grand Slams to their credit are Laver, twice in the 1960s, and Don Budge, in the 1930s. Analysis: Now that Djokovic has No. 20, why doubt Slam bid? 2021-07-12T04:00:00Z Rod Laver was the last man to win the calendar year Grand Slam, in 1969. Novak Djokovic Wins Wimbledon, and His 20th Career Grand Slam Title 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z As Laver spoke with friends on a concourse just before Thursday’s baseball game, a fan walking by noticed the shoes and said he wore them as a kid. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z But for peak Laver, it was the first leg, and the wiry and driven Australian left-hander nicknamed Rocket is the only player to have achieved the Grand Slam twice in singles. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z Rod Laver was the last man to win all four Grand Slams in the same calendar year, in 1969. Novak Djokovic ’50-50′ on whether to play at Tokyo Olympics 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z He is also the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win the first three majors of a season. Wimbledon Glance: Djokovic tops Berrettini, wins 20th Slam 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z The 34-year-old from Serbia is now the only man since Rod Laver in 1969 to win the first three major tournaments in a season. Djokovic wins Wimbledon to tie Federer, Nadal with 20 Slams 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z As it is, Djokovic is the first man since Laver to claim a season’s first three major trophies. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z “All it takes is one bad day and it’s gone,” Laver said. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z The Australian greats Roy Emerson and Rod Laver defended with a sliced forehand on occasion. Roger Federer’s Gift to Tennis: A Shot That Players Love to Hit 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z He noted that the Swiss star and his management company were behind the Laver Cup, an annual team competition. A Few Tennis Pros Make a Fortune. Most Barely Scrape By. 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z Open and a Grand Slam since Rod Laver did so in 1969. Novak Djokovic Aims to Win at Wimbledon, and His Side Hustle 2021-06-28T04:00:00Z “He doesn’t have a big serve or a big forehand or backhand, but all of them are good. That’s one of the things he can rely on,” Laver said. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z “Even getting it to the final leg is a great achievement,” Laver said. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z Djokovic also joined Rod Laver and Roy Emerson as the only men to win each of the four major tournaments at least twice. Novak Djokovic comes from behind to win 2nd French Open title 2021-06-13T04:00:00Z “It’s been relentless,” a sleep-deprived Tiley said of the daily problems as he watched the women’s semifinals last week in a bunker beneath Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open Offered Unexpected Lessons About Pandemic Sports 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z He saved his final thanks for Rod Laver Arena and the court on which he has claimed half of his 18 Grand Slam titles. Novak Djokovic, still dominant at the Australian Open, claims his 18th Grand Slam singles title 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z It wasn’t a stretch for the Rod Laver Arena audience of roughly 7,000 to visualize the picture that Medvedev, 25, was painting of an overmatched skinny player being schooled by the multiple major winner. Medvedev’s Australian Open Loss Shows the Men’s Tennis Gulf Is Still Strong 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z “I’d like to be there to see if he can win it,” Laver said. Novak Djokovic Knocks on the Door of a Very Exclusive Club 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z He entered the match as the two-time reigning champion and with a well-earned aura of invincibility at Rod Laver Arena in the late rounds. Novak Djokovic Wins Ninth Australian Open Title 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z On a cool, cloudy evening, an event delayed three weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic closed with an announced attendance of 7,426 in Rod Laver Arena. Cloud 9: Djokovic wins 9th Australian Open, 18th Grand Slam title 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z On a cool, cloudy evening, an event delayed three weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic concluded with an announced attendance of 7,426 at Rod Laver Arena. Djokovic beats Medvedev for 9th Australian Open, 18th Slam 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z On a cool, cloudy evening, an event delayed three weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic concluded with an announced attendance of 7,426 at Rod Laver Arena. Djokovic beats Medvedev for 9th Australian Open, 18th Slam 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z “I think with that little move we saw from Serena just now, that might be the last time we see her here on Rod Laver Arena,” said a television announcer, watching it all unfold. Farewell, Serena? Not So Fast 2021-02-19T05:00:00Z Rod Laver Arena sits a few hundred yards from the Yarra River, and just a few miles from Port Phillip Bay. Novak Djokovic Wins Ninth Australian Open Title 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z A decisive fifth set followed at Rod Laver Arena, which under covid-19 protocols was empty, apart from the players’ coaches and essential team members. Rafael Nadal toppled by Stefanos Tsitsipas at Australian Open 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z “It was an honor to play her,” Osaka, who grew up idolizing Williams, said in an interview at Rod Laver arena after the match. Column: Naomi Osaka beats Serena Williams to advance to Australian Open final 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z Most of those for this daylight portion are about to enter Rod Laver Arena for the women’s semi-final between Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams. Australian Open 2021 day 11, semi-finals: Naomi Osaka v Serena Williams – live! 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z The players are scheduled to be on court in about a half-hour at Rod Laver Arena. The Latest: Williams vs. Osaka in Australian Open semifinals 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z Their match on Rod Laver Arena will begin at 03:00 GMT on Thursday - and with the lockdown in Melbourne set to be lifted will be played in front of a restricted number of fans. Williams faces Osaka for place in final 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z The players are on the court at the Rod Laver Arena, with Nadal in peach and Tsitsipas in a canary yellow. Stefanos Tsitsipas v Rafael Nadal: Australian Open 2021 – live! 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z No fans were allowed inside Rod Laver Arena because of a five-day lockdown imposed after the Australian authorities detected a cluster of coronavirus infections in the area. Serena Williams, Refreshed and Rolling, Sets Up Showdown With Osaka 2021-02-16T05:00:00Z Days later, Novak Djokovic, the world No. 1 and eight-time champion of the Australian Open, said the court at Rod Laver Arena, which he refers to as his second backyard, felt strikingly fast. How Fast Are Those Australian Open Courts? Does It Matter? 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z And not only was the 17-time major champion back in Rod Laver Arena two days later — he played well enough with that bothersome and bandaged abdominal to reach the quarterfinals. At Australian Open, players can reveal, or hide, injuries 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z And not only was the 17-time major champion back in Rod Laver Arena two days later - he played well enough with that bothersome and bandaged abdominal to reach the quarterfinals. At Australian Open, players can reveal, or hide, injuries 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z These two hit the ball hard, over and over again in Rod Laver Arena, and Williams was barely better. Down but not out, Serena Williams into Australian Open QFs 2021-02-14T05:00:00Z Also piped in to the television feeds for the contests played in Rod Laver Arena were the sort of murmuring that might emanate from thousands of folks chatting with each other between points. Hey, Australian Open TV viewers: Those claps aren’t real 2021-02-14T05:00:00Z And nothing can replace the excitement of playing in front of fans in Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open goes quiet as lockdown keeps crowds away 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z At 11.30pm local time fans were asked to leave Rod Laver Arena - where Djokovic was locked in a fourth set with Taylor Fritz - after the Victoria government had earlier announced a lockdown from midnight. Crowds sent home as lockdown begins 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Serena Williams begins her third round with a day match at Rod Laver Arena against Anastasia Potapova before the action continues with a strong evening lineup on all three main arenas at Melbourne Park. The Latest: Serena Williams has afternoon match on Day 5 2021-02-11T05:00:00Z Before we turn attentions to the match about to start on Rod Laver, let’s quickly get up to speed with other matches around the grounds. Australian Open 2021 day four: Tsitsipas v Kokkinakis, Barty makes hard work of progress – live! 2021-02-10T05:00:00Z She stood at a microphone on the court at Rod Laver Arena and peered up at a crowd that seemed, if not normal, then something like it. At the Australian Open, Sports Flirts With Normalcy 2021-02-08T05:00:00Z In 1971 he shocked world No. 1 Laver in the London Grass Court Championships, then proved it was no fluke two weeks later when he faced Laver in the quarterfinals at Wimbledon. Catching up with Tom Gorman, Seattle’s greatest tennis player who beat Bjorn Borg and coached John McEnroe 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z “They were thinking what would have happened if Gonzales was here? Or Laver or Rosewall? They were missing giants of the game.” Attach an Asterisk to This U.S. Open? Tennis History Mocks That Idea 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z Yet just as we will never know, Laver – who played only a limited schedule from 1970 until his retirement in 1978 – has always maintained it has never mattered. Rod Laver climbed tennis's sporting Everest twice, without asterisks 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z He has now won 35 singles matches here in a row — three more than Rod Laver, who held the previous record of 32. AP Was There: McEnroe wins tiebreaker, Borg wins Wimbledon 2020-07-12T04:00:00Z He has now won 35 singles matches here in a row - three more than Rod Laver, who held the previous record of 32. AP Was There: McEnroe wins tiebreaker, Borg wins Wimbledon 2020-07-12T04:00:00Z And, if the timespan were widened by a decade, I would probably vote for Rod Laver. Adored like Ali: why Roger Federer is the champion of the world – in a tiebreak | Kevin Mitchell 2020-07-10T04:00:00Z Laver, who won all four major tournaments in 1962 and 1969, was ineligible for Grand Slam play for five full seasons in between. Attach an Asterisk to This U.S. Open? Tennis History Mocks That Idea 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z Not an act Laver would repeat, Just like his achievement from over half-a-century ago is yet to be. Rod Laver climbed tennis's sporting Everest twice, without asterisks 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Open organisers, the United States Tennis Association, are stakeholders in the Laver Cup, which was part of the 2020 ATP Tour calendar. 2020 Laver Cup called off due to French Open switch 2020-04-17T04:00:00Z An extra week’s buffer could also preserve some of the events scheduled for those autumn dates, including the Laver Cup men’s team event in Boston in late September. To Safeguard Its Future, Tennis Seeks Unity. Even With the French Open 2020-04-03T04:00:00Z TA is a stakeholder of the Laver Cup along with U.S. Tough for game to resume this year, says Tennis Australia chief 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Open organizers United States Tennis Association are stakeholders in the Laver Cup, which is part of the ATP Tour calendar. September switch saves French Open but leaves organizers isolated 2020-03-19T04:00:00Z The second – and most significant – followed Laver’s own 21-slam exile while touring with the pros. Rod Laver climbed tennis's sporting Everest twice, without asterisks 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Early indications, however, were that it might be the Laver Cup team event, also scheduled for late September in Boston, that proves the trigger for a turf war between the major stakeholders in the game. Players cry foul after shock French Open move 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z This year, the Laver Cup would also conflict with the French Open. French Open postponed until September because of coronavirus 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z The change also causes a scheduling conflict with the Laver Cup, a men’s team event scheduled to be held in Boston from Sept. 25-27. French Open postponed until September because of coronavirus pandemic 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z The new timeline for the French Open also conflicts with several WTA and ATP hard-court tournaments already slated for those two weeks, as well as the Laver Cup exhibition event in Boston. Virus forces French Open to September, juggling tennis year 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z In that grass-dominated era, Laver’s ability to take the ball on the rise was ahead of its time. Rod Laver climbed tennis's sporting Everest twice, without asterisks 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Richard Lavers, deputy commissioner of the Department of Employment Security, said he hopes it will help people who are reluctant to quarantine themselves because they fear losing income. Virus spurs unemployment benefit expansion in New Hampshire 2020-03-17T04:00:00Z McEnroe was in Boston Tuesday promoting the fourth edition of the Laver Cup, which will be held at TD Garden in September. McEnroe not counting out Federer out after latest surgery 2020-03-03T05:00:00Z “Definitely my favorite court, my favorite stadium in the world,” Djokovic told the crowd at Rod Laver Arena during the trophy presentation. Djokovic tops Thiem in five sets for 8th Australian Open title, 17th Slam 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z “This is my first speech, but I’m going to try my best,” Kenin said during the trophy ceremony at Rod Laver Arena, where the retractable roof was shut because of rain much of the day. Kenin of US tops Muguruza at Australian Open for 1st major 2020-02-01T05:00:00Z When Court campaigned to be honored at this year’s tournament in the same way Rod Laver was last year for his 1969 Grand Slam, Tennis Australia went along. The Australian Open’s Icy Embrace of Margaret Court 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z So far, he is a combined 15-0 in semifinals and finals in Rod Laver Arena. Djokovic, the ‘King of Australia,’ faces Thiem in Open final 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z The retractable roof at Rod Laver Arena was partly open when they began, before a patch of rain in the fourth game prompted a three-minute delay so the arena could be completely covered. Thiem beats Zverev to reach 1st Australian Open final 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z The heat remained suffocating as the afternoon wore on yet the Rod Laver Arena roof remained open. Muguruza on a mission at Melbourne Park 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z A love hold for Djokovic as the sun sets on Rod Laver. Roger Federer v Novak Djokovic: Australian Open semi-final – live! 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z The retractable roof over Rod Laver Arena remained open during the match. Sofia Kenin Upsets Ashleigh Barty to Reach Australian Open Final 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z Some of their rallies drew gasps from the sellout crowd in Rod Laver Arena. Dominic Thiem Beats Rafael Nadal in Australian Open Quarterfinal 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z Court won a record 24 major singles titles, and had the 50th anniversary of her calendar-year Grand Slam recognized when she received a trophy on Rod Laver Arena this week. Navratilova sorry for protocol breach, not for Court protest 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z How many times must he have watched Federer’s matches from afar only to find himself just one point, one shot, away from beating him in Rod Laver Arena? After a Great Escape, Roger Federer Will Face Djokovic 2020-01-28T05:00:00Z Court was honored in a low-key ceremony at Rod Laver Arena on Monday marking the 50th anniversary of her 1970 calendar Grand Slam. Navratilova, McEnroe apologize for Margaret Court Arena protest 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z The match on Rod Laver Arena will bring back not-so-pleasant memories for Sears. Australian Open Glance: Nadal-Thiem QF could be a long one 2020-01-28T05:00:00Z What mixed baggage, then, he took on to Rod Laver Arena on Monday night against Rafael Nadal, whom he respects but does not regard with particular affection. Nick Kyrgios goes for broke in tennis punch-up but ends on the floor | Kevin Mitchell 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z “Yes, it’s still true. I hope I can make it happen. I made the people of Australia a promise. I will keep that promise,” he told the crowd on Rod Laver Arena. Navratilova sorry for protocol breach, not for Court protest 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z Kyrgios, a big NBA fan who often wears basketball jerseys while practicing, wore a Bryant jersey from the locker room, through the corridor of champions, and into the warm-up on Rod Laver Arena on Monday. Players pay respects to Kobe Bryant at Australian Open 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z A video tribute to Bryant was played on the Rod Laver Arena scoreboards before Monday’s match. Steady Nadal beats animated Kyrgios in 4 at Australian Open 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z The Australian broke back when Nadal was serving for the match in the fourth set, however, reigniting the contest and bring the partisan Rod Laver Arena crowd back into the equation. Nadal rides out Kyrgios challenge to reach quarter-finals 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Kyrgios broke back when Nadal was serving for the match in the fourth set to reignite the contest and bring the partisan Rod Laver Arena crowd back into the equation. Top seed Nadal rides out Kyrgios challenge to reach quarter-finals 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Some of the crowd was still filing into Rod Laver Arena when the brief ceremony was completed, a couple of minutes before the night session was due to begin. Court gets recognition, without addressing Australian crowd 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Kyrgios, a big NBA fan who often wears basketball jerseys while practicing, wore a Bryant jersey from the locker room, through the corridor of champions, and into the warm-up on Rod Laver Arena. Players pay respects to Kobe Bryant at Australian Open 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z The Australian Open marked Laver’s achievement with a similar ceremony last year. Court's Grand Slam anniversary clouded by remarks on same-sex marriage 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z Over on Rod Laver Arena, the big question was going into this match was what level Muguruza is currently playing at. Australian Open: Kyrgios and Zverev in action, Muguruza through – live! 2020-01-25T05:00:00Z Nadal, bidding for a record-equaling 20th Grand Slam title, faced no break points and struck 42 winners to just seven unforced errors in the one hour and 38 minute contest on Rod Laver Arena. Dominant Nadal eases past Carreno Busta into fourth round 2020-01-25T05:00:00Z He did not even mind that the Rod Laver crowd, usually 99 percent behind him, were split down the middle. Federer finds 'super breaker' to his liking after escaping defeat 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z Two years ago, I lost here first round in juniors, and now I’m here on Rod Laver Arena. Coco Gauff routs defending Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z Rod Laver, who twice won all four Grand Slam events in a single year, has said he paid scant attention to his total. Rafael Nadal Is Closing In on His 20th Slam. He Isn’t Counting. 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z We are deep in upset territory on Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open 2020: day five - live! 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z Later at Rod Laver Arena it’ll be a cavalcade of Grand Slam singles winners. The Latest: Osaka starts play on Day 3 at Australian Open 2020-01-21T05:00:00Z Later at Rod Laver Arena it’ll be a cavalcade of Grand Slam singles winners. The Latest: Osaka starts play on Day 3 at Australian Open 2020-01-21T05:00:00Z He actually looked upon the challenge he faced Monday night under the closed roof at Rod Laver Arena as a good thing. Djokovic cedes Australian Open set in 1st Rd; 1st since 2006 2020-01-20T05:00:00Z The stadium is named after Australian great Rod Laver who won 11 Grand Slams, including three Australian Open titles. Factbox: Australian Open in numbers 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z “We have three environments in which we can complete it,” he said, referring to the roof cover available on Rod Laver, Margaret Court and Melbourne Arena. Australian Open chief tries to calm furious players over air quality 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z The Australian Open will host an AO Rally for Relief on Wednesday, 15 January in Rod Laver Arena with a group of the best players in the world. Bushfire haze in Melbourne casts doubt on Australian Open starting on time 2020-01-06T05:00:00Z Laver and his canine companion were gifted the doghouse on Dec. 26. K9 receives surprise patriotic doghouse 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z Tennis Australia has announced it will host an exhibition match at Rod Laver Arena on 15 January to raise money for the Red Cross bushfire appeal. NSW, Victoria fires: Australian bushfires cause tens of thousands to flee in mass evacuation – live 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z Laver qualified after serving during the Iraq War with the U.S. New Jersey police dog, Army vet partner accept donated patriotic doghouse 2019-12-29T05:00:00Z Lavers, a researcher with the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, said in an interview. What happens when hermit crabs confuse plastic trash for shells? An ‘avalanche’ of death. 2019-12-06T05:00:00Z "These results are shocking but perhaps not surprising," said lead researcher Jennifer Lavers from the institute for marine and Antarctic studies at the University of Tasmania in Australia. Half a million crabs killed by plastic, study says 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z Laver, who started his career with the Sussex County Sheriff’s Department before joining the Hackettstown police force in 2011, said he approached the police chief and Town Council about starting a K9 unit. K9 receives surprise patriotic doghouse 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z Satisfying so many different interests, which also includes the successful Laver Cup, is not easy though, he admits. Djokovic calls for merger of ATP Cup and Davis Cup 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z He withdrew from the final day of play at the Laver Cup team event in Geneva on Sunday, citing a collarbone injury. Nick Kyrgios Gets Six Months’ Probation From ATP Tour 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z The Australian confirmed prior to the ATP’s statement that he would miss events in Beijing and Shanghai after aggravating a shoulder injury he originally suffered at the Laver Cup. Nick Kyrgios given suspended 16-week ban for ‘aggravated behaviour’ 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Open is run by the United States Tennis Association, which is also an investor in the Laver Cup and one of Haggerty’s primary backers. The I.T.F. Presidential Hopeful Heard Round the World 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z She even likes to listen to music, Laver said, to “soothe her soul.” K9 receives surprise patriotic doghouse 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z Laver Cup remains tantalizing, and would be even more so if Federer were not 38. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z Rod Laver, widely considered the greatest Australian men’s player in history, also suggested this month that a suspension was the right option. Nick Kyrgios Gets Six Months’ Probation From ATP Tour 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Put this man under the bright lights in the Laver Cup—golf's answer to the Ryder Cup, featuring Team Europe vs. If Aaron Boone isn't manager of the year, there's no justice - Golf Digest 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z The European team also won the first two Laver Cup editions, played in 2017 in Prague and last year in Chicago. Federer, Zverev win as Europe retains Laver Cup title 2019-09-22T04:00:00Z The third edition of the annual Laver Cup is decided Sunday by a doubles match, then three more singles - each worth three points with 13 needed for overall victory. Federer, Nadal win singles to keep Europe ahead in Laver Cup 2019-09-21T04:00:00Z With only 12 players involved, some by invitation, it is hard to see Laver Cup ever awarding ranking points. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z The third edition of the annual Laver Cup is decided Sunday by a doubles match, then three more singles — each worth three points with 13 needed for overall victory. Federer, Nadal win singles to keep Europe ahead in Laver Cup 2019-09-21T04:00:00Z “Why not... it’s completely open and flexible, but you have got to ask the Laver Cup people,” 20-times Grand Slam champion Federer told reporters on Thursday. Federer happy for China to host Laver Cup 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z “Absolutely,” Federer said Thursday, at the Europe squad’s Laver Cup news conference in Geneva. Federer, McEnroe push for Laver Cup’s place in team tennis 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z Speaking ahead of the Laver Cup team competition he co-owns, Federer said he is “very excited about the prospect” of Tokyo. Roger Federer to decide soon on Tokyo Olympic plans 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z Laver Cup also might want to cut down on captain’s picks: three for a six-man squad only encourages the exhibition perception. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z If healthy, they will be teammates and likely doubles partners for Team Europe in the Laver Cup this month in Geneva. Rafael Nadal Shows Why the Young Guard Will Have to Wait 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z He said he would stick with his scheduling plans for the rest of 2019, including the Laver Cup in Geneva this month, and then head to Australia again in January. Still No Federer-Nadal Match for U.S. Open Fans 2019-09-04T04:00:00Z Players need an invitation to be part of the Laver Cup, where they get to be around 1960s great Rod Laver and play with or against Federer. Federer, McEnroe push for Laver Cup’s place in team tennis 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z Open this week shows the sport is in good health, according to Australian great Rod Laver. U.S. Open shocks show depth of talent, says Laver 2019-09-03T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup has been a disrupter in part because it is difficult to categorize. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z Open and the Laver Cup while under suspension from the regular tour. Nick Kyrgios: On a Path to Glory, Suspension or Both? 2019-08-28T04:00:00Z Only four men have won at least four Grand Slam titles after the age of 30 — Rod Laver and these three guys. Perspective | Federer-Nadal-Djokovic call to mind other overlapping trios of exceptional skill 2019-08-25T04:00:00Z Rod Laver achieved the second grand slam of his tennis career yesterday. A Second Slam for Laver, and Three Memorable Firsts 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z Kyrgios is no stranger to the Laver Cup, having played for Team World in the first two editions which were both won by Team Europe. Tsitsipas and Kyrgios to play in Laver Cup 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z In contrast, players who qualify for the Ryder Cup, the golf event that inspired Laver Cup, very rarely decline the honor. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z The flashy Kyrgios has been a star in the Laver Cup’s first two editions, and though the Cup recently became an official part of the ATP Tour calendar, it is not technically an ATP event. Nick Kyrgios: On a Path to Glory, Suspension or Both? 2019-08-28T04:00:00Z South African Anderson had a memorable outing at the Laver Cup in Chicago last year, beating Djokovic in the singles and teaming up with American Jack Sock to beat Djokovic and Federer in doubles. Tennis: Anderson, Isner to lead Team World in Laver Cup 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z Most significant is the 50th anniversary of Rod Laver’s second Grand Slam in 1969. A Second Slam for Laver, and Three Memorable Firsts 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z I spent hours hitting tennis balls against a wall under the West Side Highway, blowing away Roy Emerson, Rod Laver and Arthur Ashe at Wimbledon. Rejoice in 'out-of-nowhere' winners, but appreciate they've prepped for those moments their entire lives - Golf Digest 2019-07-01T04:00:00Z But plans changed when the market demand became clear — as did Davis Cup organizers’ desire to migrate into Laver Cup’s September slot. Federer and Nadal Make Laver Cup Shine, for Now, on a Crowded Calendar 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z The same question would apply to the Laver Cup, a team event that will be held in Geneva next month. Nick Kyrgios: On a Path to Glory, Suspension or Both? 2019-08-28T04:00:00Z “I’m very excited to be playing the Laver Cup in September,” Fognini said in a statement. Tennis: Fognini to make debut at Laver Cup 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z Rod Laver, who was at Saturday’s final, is the only man to win a calendar-year Grand Slam twice. Back from cricket, Australia’s Barty now French Open champ 2019-06-08T04:00:00Z Sunday was a day of rejoicing rather than recriminations for most Australians, however, and 11-times major champion Rod Laver, Hewitt and Kyrgios were among a plethora of former Australian number ones to post their congratulations. Goolagong, Court lead the way as Australia lauds battling Barty 2019-06-09T04:00:00Z “It’s incredibly kind, especially from your peers, I suppose,” said Barty, who shared a handshake and hug with Rod Laver after the match. Ashleigh Barty: a humble and hugely popular grand slam champion | Simon Cambers 2019-06-08T04:00:00Z “I marvel at someone like Novak with his ability and his consistency,” Laver said. Djokovic has tennis history within grasp at the French Open 2019-06-06T04:00:00Z If he takes the trophy, Djokovic would become only the second man in history to hold all four major titles at the same time on two separate occasions, joining Rod Laver. French Open glance: Djokovic looks to keep Slam streak alive 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z Federer suffered his first defeat in a Grand Slam final as Nadal denied the Swiss becoming the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to hold all four majors at the same time. Factbox: Previous Nadal vs Federer clashes at French Open 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z “Cocos is literally drowning in plastic, which is really sad considering how incredibly remote these islands are,” Lavers, the study’s lead author, said in an interview released by the university. ‘Literally drowning in plastic’: 414 million pieces of trash washed up on remote islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z Rod Laver was the only player to achieve the feat when he won all four Grand Slams in 1962 and 1969. French Open: Caroline Wozniacki Loses; Petra Kvitova Withdraws 2019-05-27T04:00:00Z Three years ago Djokovic became the first man since Australian great Rod Laver in 1969 to hold all four Grand Slams simultaneously when he beat Andy Murray to win the French Open. Second 'Nole Slam' would put Djokovic up with Federer and Nadal:... 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z The Serb became the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to hold all four Grand Slams simultaneously when he won the French Open for the first time in 2016. Tennis: Djokovic ready to fire at Roland Garros as Grand Slam... 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Federer, who helped create the event to honor Australian great Rod Laver, was delighted with the news. Tennis: Laver Cup becomes official ATP event 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Lavers added that the data gathered from the Cocos Islands also probably falls short of reality. ‘Literally drowning in plastic’: 414 million pieces of trash washed up on remote islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z The competition is named after Rod Laver, an Australian tennis great who is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his second Grand Slam of winning all four majors in the same year. Laver Cup getting official status from men’s tennis tour 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Lavers and her team reportedly marked off sections of the beaches and counted all the plastic in those sections. 414 million pieces of trash found on remote islands near Australia, study finds 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Lavers led a previous study, published in 2017, that found the remote Henderson Island in the eastern South Pacific was among the places most affected by plastic pollution. 414 million pieces of plastic found on remote island group in Indian Ocean 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Becoming an officially-sanctioned event means the Laver Cup will have access to all ATP services, including marketing and social media, as well as umpires and physios. Tennis: Laver Cup becomes official ATP event 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z The buildup of garbage on islands like Cocos, however, is preventable if people are willing to change aspects of their daily life, Lavers said. ‘Literally drowning in plastic’: 414 million pieces of trash washed up on remote islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z This year’s Laver Cup will be held in Geneva from Sept. 20-22. Laver Cup getting official status from men’s tennis tour 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z "More than 414 million pieces of plastic debris are estimated to be currently sitting on the Cocos Keeling Islands, weighing a remarkable 238 tons," Lavers told the outlet. 414 million pieces of trash found on remote islands near Australia, study finds 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Perhaps the greatest, though it remains so tough to compare apples to apples and Federers to Lavers. Roger Federer Outruns Time (and John Isner) Once Again to Win Miami Open 2019-03-31T04:00:00Z “It has always been our hope to build the Laver Cup in partnership with the tennis world, and certification by the ATP after two editions is an overwhelming validation of our vision.” Tennis: Laver Cup becomes official ATP event 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z A number of these changes, which include shopping with reusable bags or no longer using plastic straws, are both easy and quick, Lavers said. ‘Literally drowning in plastic’: 414 million pieces of trash washed up on remote islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z And when that did happen, Emerson was there to pose for a picture with Djokovic, along with three fellow Aussie greats from the past, Frank Sedgman, Ken Rosewall and Rod Laver. Roy Emerson gets the royal treatment at BNP Paribas Open — and rightfully so 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z On the Cocos Keeling Islands, about 1,300 miles northwest of Australia, there are reportedly more than 400 million pieces of garbage, according to research by marine biologist Jennifer Lavers. 414 million pieces of trash found on remote islands near Australia, study finds 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z We are, in other words, a long way from the days of McEnroe and Navratilova, never mind the Pleistocene era of Rod Laver and Billie Jean King. Why Novak Djokovic Played a Doubles Match Hours After a Singles Upset 2019-03-13T04:00:00Z Sunday’s scheduled clash with American Kelvin Gastelum at a sold-out Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne was called off in the early hours after Whittaker experienced issues on Saturday evening and subsequently underwent surgery. UFC champion Robert Whittaker abandons title defence after life-threatening injury 2019-02-09T05:00:00Z “The quantity of debris buried below the surface was so significant,” Lavers told The Washington Post. ‘Literally drowning in plastic’: 414 million pieces of trash washed up on remote islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z By then, the open tennis era had begun, and while Emerson and Laver played on into their late 30s and Emerson won 20 more doubles titles, now he was getting paid. Roy Emerson gets the royal treatment at BNP Paribas Open — and rightfully so 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z Lavers, from Australia's University of Tasmania, published her findings in Scientific Reports on Thursday. 414 million pieces of trash found on remote islands near Australia, study finds 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Four of the world’s best 185-pounders will be showcased atop the card at Rod Laver Arena, but two are fighting closer to home. Whittaker meets Gastelum, Adesanya takes on Silva at UFC 234 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z One fish-eye-view camera at Rod Laver Arena, perched inside the players’ box, has been particularly irksome to coaches and supporters. Not-So-Hidden Cameras Take Australian Open Viewers on an Intimate Tour 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z But the possibility also exists for him to aim for a calendar-year Grand Slam, something last done 50 years ago by Rod Laver. Novak, Naomi, other things we learned at Australian Open 2019-01-27T05:00:00Z Then he lost his next three finals to Laver during Laver’s first of two calendar Grand Slams in ’62. Roy Emerson gets the royal treatment at BNP Paribas Open — and rightfully so 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z The outlet reported Lavers did her research in 2017 on seven of the islands. 414 million pieces of trash found on remote islands near Australia, study finds 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z The second set went on serve before Herbert and Mahut got the upper hand in the tie-breaker to seal the victory in an hour and 38 minutes at the Rod Laver Arena. Frenchmen Herbert, Mahut win men's doubles title in Melbourne 2019-01-27T05:00:00Z There was not an ounce of bitterness as Osaka accepted the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup from Asia’s first Grand Slam champion Li Na, with only warm cheers ringing from the Rod Laver Arena terraces. After New York drama, Osaka savors Australian coronation 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z “I can’t really believe,” Kvitova told the Rod Laver Arena crowd Friday night, “I played the final of a Grand Slam again.” Kvitova thrilled to be in Slam final, 2 years after attack 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z Her determination, consistency and all-round mental strength is battling back to top-10 level is probably more remarkable than her presence on Rod Laver Arena today. Naomi Osaka v Petra Kvitova: Australian Open women's final – live! 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z He won his fifth in a row here on Saturday at Rod Laver Arena, which seats 15,000. The Most Famous Man at the Australian Open Is Not Who You Think 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z It was the second day that heat had affected play, after the roof at the Rod Laver arena was closed on Thursday for the women’s semi finals match. Heat wave brings blackouts to Melbourne, halts play at Australian Open 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z With a second Melbourne title on Sunday, Nadal can become just the third man to win all the Grand Slams twice after Australians Rod Laver and Roy Emerson. Timeless Nadal crushes another youth rebellion 2019-01-24T05:00:00Z “Rod Laver, such an inclusive man, every aspect of his life, tennis and beyond,” Stubbs said. The Australian Open Arena That Honors the Tennis Legend Turned Anti-Gay Bigot Margaret Court 2019-01-24T05:00:00Z She returned to the Rod Laver Arena where the roof was closed due to stifling heat only to be overpowered by U.S. Tennis: Epic Serena win took toll, Pliskova says after Osaka loss 2019-01-24T05:00:00Z The main show court at Melbourne Park is Rod Laver Arena, named after the only player to twice win a calendar-year Grand Slam. Vogue editor joins push to re-name Margaret Court Arena 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z Play will resume once the roof at Rod Laver Arena is closed. Tennis: Kvitova-Collins semi-final suspended due to heat 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z Nishikori grinded through three five-set matches before taking on the Serb and was clearly struggling after a handful of games in the evening match at Rod Laver Arena. Djokovic through to semi-finals after Nishikori retires 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z It’s a nine-month title,” said Laver, who turned 80 last year. 50 years past last men’s Slam, Laver says it’ll happen again 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Tuesday’s quarterfinal was the featured night match at Rod Laver Arena, the featured court in Melbourne, which is 16 hours ahead of East Coast time. Frances Tiafoe’s Australian Open run ends in straight-set quarterfinal loss to Rafael Nadal 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z "I was almost in the locker room," Pliskova told the Rod Laver Arena crowd, "but now I'm standing here as the winner." Serena Turns Ankle, Wastes Match Points in Loss to Pliskova 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Williams also saved two match points in the last game but netted on the third in a stunning loss to the big-serving Czech at Rod Laver Arena. Williams stunned by Pliskova fightback at Australian Open 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Li said it was a loss to Kim Clijsters in her first Grand Slam final on Rod Laver Arena that became the catalyst for her major title breakthrough on the same court three years later. Tennis trailblazer Li Na sees some similarities with Osaka 2019-01-21T05:00:00Z Li said it was a loss to Kim Clijsters in her first Grand Slam final on Rod Laver Arena that became the catalyst for her major title breakthrough on the same court three years later. Tennis trailblazer Li Na sees some similarities with Osaka 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Williams, not at her best, dug deep, broke and held, and the win was hers 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 after an hour and 47 minutes on a mild evening in Rod Laver Arena. Serena Williams too hot for Simona Halep in tense Australian Open battle 2019-01-21T05:00:00Z Germany’s Alexander Zverev meets Canadian Milos Raonic in a battle of big hitters in the afternoon session on Rod Laver Arena. Halep not intimidated by Serena ahead of Melbourne showdown 2019-01-20T05:00:00Z The great Rod Laver was there watching, in the stadium named in his honor. It’s Barty Party time Down Under, Aussie woman into quarters 2019-01-20T05:00:00Z But Barty, roared on by raucous support at Rod Laver Arena, fought back to break twice in the second set and level the match as unforced errors crept into the Russian’s game. Tennis: Barty reaches Melbourne quarters with win over Sharapova 2019-01-19T05:00:00Z Over on Rad Laver, there is plenty of noise. Australian Open 2019: Halep sweeps past Venus to set up Serena clash – live! 2019-01-19T05:00:00Z Roger Federer has played on Rod Laver Arena a hundred times and has six Australian Open crowns in his collection of 20 Grand Slam titles. Sharapova ousts defending champion Wozniacki at Australian Open; Federer, Tsitsipas set to clash 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z “He’s a legend of our sport. It will be a great day facing him in one of the best arenas, Rod Laver. I’m really excited for that match.” Retirement not on Roger Federer's mind after sweeping into Australian Open last 16 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z “If Roger wins, it’s going to be amazing playing in Rod Laver,” he said. Greek players making a name for themselves at Aussie Open 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z “If Roger wins, it’s going to be amazing playing in Rod Laver,” he said. Greek players making a name for themselves at Aussie Open 2019-01-17T05:00:00Z Mostly cloudy in the afternoon and light rain showers that caused a brief suspension in play on Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open glance: Respect between Williams, Bouchard 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z As for the women, we have the Wimbledon champion Angelique Kerber up first on Rod Laver Arena. Rafael Nadal v Matthew Ebden, plus Kerber and Sharapova: Australian Open – live! 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z There will be no contempt when he and Federer become more familiar – almost certainly on Laver again – but plenty of mutual respect. Retirement not on Roger Federer's mind after sweeping into Australian Open last 16 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z Soaking up the Rod Laver Arena limelight, the Serb moved superbly in his Melbourne Park opener and hit 42 winners to wrap up the one-sided clash in little more than two hours. Djokovic clobbers qualifier Krueger to reach second round 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z “I expected it to be tough — obviously playing an Aussie on Rod Laver. Thanks for the love, anyway,” Keys told the crowd. In return to Australian Open after giving birth, Serena Williams wins in straight sets 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z Rafael Nadal will be testing the loyalty and support of Rod Laver Arena fans when he plays an Australian for the second consecutive match. Australian Open glance: Rafael Nadal gets another Aussie 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z The last time Williams graced Rod Laver Arena, in 2017, she dispatched her older sister Venus in the Australian Open women’s final while in the early stages of her pregnancy. Serena Williams Turns Back the Clock in Easy Victory 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, on Rod Laver Arena, Williams was hitting poor Maria off the court for the loss of five points in an 18-minute first set. Johanna Konta survives first round test as ruthless Serena Williams eases through 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z There have been disagreements about the new Laver Cup team event, which the Australian Open and U.S. How Are Ties Broken in Tennis? That Depends 2019-01-12T05:00:00Z Maria Sharapova will be the first of five former champions playing on Rod Laver Arena on day one of the Australian Open. The Latest: Sharapova routs qualifier at Australian Open 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z The night session on center court was set to begin with a ceremony honoring the man himself, Rod Laver, on the anniversary of his second Grand Slam of singles majors in 1969. Sharapova leads parade of former Australian Open champions 2019-01-13T05:00:00Z Tennis Australia has taken an aggressive role in event creation, cofounding the men-only Laver Cup and the ATP Cup in recent years. As Men’s Team Tennis Events Rise, the Coed Hopman Cup Is Left in Limbo 2019-01-05T05:00:00Z Federer and Nadal, first and second in the all-time list of men’s Grand Slam winners with 20 and 16 respectively, won a doubles match together at the Laver Cup in Prague in 2017. Nadal to join Federer in 2019 Laver Cup 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z A third annual team competition, the Laver Cup, was launched in 2017 and pits European players against a World team in September. ITF president says Davis Cup, ATP Cup could ‘work together’ 2018-11-24T05:00:00Z Tennis Australia is also a partner of the Laver Cup, another annual team competition, which began in 2017 and pits European players against a “World” team in September. The Davis Cup and the Laver Cup are getting a new companion 2018-11-15T05:00:00Z Debate rages over who among the elite of the game may choose Davis Cup over more lucrative team events such as the Laver Cup or the World Team Cup, scheduled to start in 2020. Nadal and Djokovic need to break silence over Saudi exhibition | Kevin Mitchell 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z The Federer-backed Laver Cup, which pits a European team against one from the rest of the world, is held in September. As Men’s Team Tennis Events Rise, the Coed Hopman Cup Is Left in Limbo 2019-01-05T05:00:00Z Then came this weekend’s Laver Cup, the second edition of the Federer-created team competition that pits Europe against the rest of the world. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic Become Besties 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z “I more or less ideologically oppose the Laver Cup,” he said. Vaclav Klaus seeks European revolution against EU 2018-09-25T04:00:00Z The brainchild of Federer and his longtime agent Tony Godsick, the Laver Cup isn’t part of, or sanctioned by, the Association of Tennis Professionals, which runs the men’s pro tennis tour. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Team Europe won the first Laver Cup last year in Prague. Federer, Zverev lead Team Europe to Laver Cup victory 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z Being separated this week while he competes in the Laver Cup has been difficult. Isner a new pop while playing at the Laver Cup. 2018-09-22T04:00:00Z Whether the Laver Cup can secure a permanent place in a crowded tennis calendar that faces a glut of new, revamped and resuscitated team events in the coming years remains to be seen. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic Become Besties 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z “The Laver Cup is a new cosmopolitan creation. … It’s created by the world cosmopolitans and, to my great regret, it’s a good example” of the multiculturalist push across Europe. Vaclav Klaus seeks European revolution against EU 2018-09-25T04:00:00Z Tennis Association and Tennis Australia, which runs the Australian Open and is delighted to help stage a global event honoring its native son, Rod Laver. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Federer and Djokovic will close out the first day of the second edition of the Laver Cup when they take on Jack Sock and Kevin Anderson in doubles at the United Center. Federer to play doubles with Djokovic at Laver Cup 2018-09-20T04:00:00Z His fairy-tale year in 2017, when he won two Grand Slam titles after returning from knee problems and successfully helped start the Laver Cup, has led to something rather more prosaic in 2018. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Tennis in the pre-professional period bred a certain camaraderie exemplified by the close-knit group of Australians — Rod Laver among them — that traveled the world with rackets in one hand and postmatch libations in the other. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic Become Besties 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Djokovic will play for Team Europe at the Laver Cup, which begins Friday at United Center. Tiafoe replaces Del Potro at Laver Cup in Chicago 2018-09-18T04:00:00Z What elevated this moment in a match between less-than-household names into something extraordinary was the team dynamic at the heart of the Laver Cup. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Australian Dylan Alcott beat Wagner in January in an Australian Open final that was played for the first time inside Rod Laver Arena and in front of a national TV audience. Wheelchair competition gets going at US Open 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z If it’s for charity it’s different, because then it’s about the show, but the Laver Cup is about winning, so it’s different.” Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z My favorite moment was on the way to Forest Hills when Rod Laver got off the train carrying two uncovered tennis rackets and walking along with me. U.S. Open Memories: Players and Readers Tell Their Stories 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z Tiafoe played for Team World at the inaugural Laver Cup in Prague last year. Tiafoe replaces Del Potro at Laver Cup in Chicago 2018-09-18T04:00:00Z When Zverev finally eked out the victory that clinched the Laver Cup for Team Europe, he fell flat on his back. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z “My favorite player was Rod Laver,” he continued. For $2.20 an Hour, the U.S. Open’s First Ball Boys Held Court With the Greats 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z But Federer wants to do all he can to ensure that his tennis baby, the Laver Cup, grows up to be a pillar of the game. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Laver, an 11-times Grand Slam singles champion, played the sport at the dawn of the professional era 50 years ago, a change that he calls “the best thing that ever happened to tennis.” Tennis: For Rod Laver, it's go big or go home 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z “Laver Cup is a competition that unites us all and it was really unusual to see,” the Serbian said. Tennis: Edmund and Sock round out Laver Cup teams 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z After a well-received inaugural event in Prague last year, the second iteration of the Laver Cup marked the return of pro tennis to Chicago after a 27-year absence. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Nadal was an enthusiastic participant in Laver Cup’s debut in Prague last year, partnering with Federer in doubles and playing two singles matches. In Tennis’s Team Events, a Case of Quantity Over Quality 2018-08-18T04:00:00Z But he will still be rightfully the main attraction at the Laver Cup in Chicago, the tournament’s second year. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z “Now the ace level is creating — not a problem — but it’s a lot less rallies,” Laver said. Tennis: For Rod Laver, it's go big or go home 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Wimbledon champion Djokovic, who did not play in last year’s Laver Cup, said he was looking forward to the competition’s “refreshing” format. Tennis: Edmund and Sock round out Laver Cup teams 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z The all-for-one esprit of the Laver Cup stands in sharp contrast to the deep-seated conflict that roils men’s tennis. Men’s pro tennis is suddenly awash in team events. Will they help the sport? 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z The win not only completed his Grand Slam collection but he also became only the third man — after Don Budge and Rod Laver — to hold all four majors at the same time. Factbox: Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic 2018-07-15T04:00:00Z The Laver Cup, which was held in Prague last year, matches an all-star team from Europe against an all-star team from the rest of the world. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z “It’s highly competitive still but I think it’s a different kind of pressure,” Laver said of the tournament. Tennis: For Rod Laver, it's go big or go home 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Team Europe claimed victory in last year’s inaugural Laver Cup, named after Australian tennis great Rod Laver, with Federer beating Australian Kyrgios in the final match. Tennis: Edmund and Sock round out Laver Cup teams 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z Laver says he occasionally visualizes what it would be like to have played Nadal or Federer — the two giants of the modern game who between them have won 37 Grand Slam singles titles. Old-style lawns would have snagged Rafa: Laver 2018-07-08T04:00:00Z That year Rod Laver and Billy Jean King launched Wimbledon into a new era and both will be honored guests during the fortnight. Wimbledon starts in glorious sunshine 2018-07-02T04:00:00Z For now, the Laver Cup, which begins Friday at the United Center, remains an exhibition with higher aspirations. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Open, which starts next week, Laver was initially reluctant to predict a men’s singles champion. Tennis: For Rod Laver, it's go big or go home 2018-08-21T04:00:00Z "These birds are generalist predators," explained marine biologist Jennifer Lavers who works with the shearwater colony. Starving seabirds 'full of plastic' 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z Laver laments that the power players can now generate on serve and the reliability of the bounce has made serve-and volley almost redundant. Old-style lawns would have snagged Rafa: Laver 2018-07-08T04:00:00Z A lawyer for Laver did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Credit Suisse prevails in lawsuit seeking $300 million for brokers:... 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z Clearly, the Laver Cup draws more attention than a regular tour event would draw less than two weeks after the U.S. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z But donors are hopeful that it now considers the safety-net a long-term policy rather than “than a sticking plaster that won’t be necessary once industrialisation takes off,” says Tom Lavers of Manchester University. How Ethiopia is building a social safety-net 2018-05-30T04:00:00Z "If the amount of plastic is not so significant, we use a process called levage, where we flush or wash the stomach - without harming the bird," explained Dr Lavers. Starving seabirds 'full of plastic' 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z Laver won the calendar-year Grand Slam in 1962 before joining the professional ranks and effectively ruling himself out of five years’ worth of majors. Old-style lawns would have snagged Rafa: Laver 2018-07-08T04:00:00Z Rosewall beat compatriot Rod Laver in four sets to win his second French Open title, 15 years after his first, though his preparation for his return to the grand slam arena was not quite textbook. Tennis: When Roland Garros embraced 'Open' grand slam tennis 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z It is uncertain whether Federer’s fellow players will continue to share his enthusiasm, but the Laver Cup is at least on the tennis map, even if that map is increasingly difficult to read. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z She reached the fourth round at the Australian Open, beating home favorite Ashleigh Barty in a noisy night match on a partisan Rod Laver Arena. Tennis: Osaka on the climb, aiming high in Paris 2018-05-23T04:00:00Z He became the first man to hold all four Grand Slam singles titles at once since Rod Laver won them all in 1969. In Rome, a Semifinal Win for Rafael Nadal and a Big Step Forward for Novak Djokovic 2018-05-19T04:00:00Z Laver, who sat in the Royal Box as a guest of the club on the 50th anniversary of his return to the championships after the game turned pro, said it like watching a different sport. Old-style lawns would have snagged Rafa: Laver 2018-07-08T04:00:00Z So, while the evidence for the ubiquity of plastics is clear, Lavers says much less is known about the impact of this tsunami of plastics on the habitats and species that are taking it in. 'Plastic is literally everywhere': the epidemic attacking Australia's oceans 2018-04-15T04:00:00Z Starting Laver Cup was not without resistance, either. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z “Our fishing industry, our tourism industry, our lifestyle, our local food and our wildlife all depend on a pristine coastline,” said a marine-adventure company employee, Elise Lavers, while swimming with endangered Australian sea lions. Drilling in ‘Australia’s Galápagos’ raises hopes of jobs, fears of spill 2018-03-24T04:00:00Z Federer’s management team was instrumental in launching the Laver Cup, which pits Team Europe against Team World. Federer hopes the Laver Cup will be a hit on US soil 2018-03-19T04:00:00Z “I consider myself extremely fortunate that I was able play professional tennis for a living for more than two decades,” Haas said to an appreciative crowd that included retired greats Rod Laver and Pete Sampras. Haas calls time on career spanning more than two decades 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z Less than two years ago, Djokovic was the first man since Rod Laver to hold all four Grand Slam singles title and possessed a massive lead atop the rankings. Is Novak Djokovic Fully Recovered? He Just Lost to Taro Daniel, a Qualifier From Japan 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Open instead of recommitting to the Laver Cup. Federer Is Bringing Up Baby 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z |
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