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Friday essay: weirdly old-fashioned and wildly uneven – David Foster Wallace’s Infinite Jest at 30

Thirty years ago, living in Cambridge, England, I wandered into Heffers Bookshop and picked up a monstrous new novel on the display table. It had a title out of Hamlet, a Simpsons-sky dustjacket, hundreds of endnotes, and ran to almost 1,100 pages. Infinite Jest occupied much of that cold February…

The Conversation

Why failure is a necessary ingredient for success – especially in the era of AI

On the arm of Swiss tennis player Stan Wawrinka is tattooed a quote by Samuel Beckett: “Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.”

The Conversation

Players’ group’s $1bn breakaway tour plan pushes tennis to brink of civil war

The players’ lobby group embroiled in a lawsuit with tennis authorities is seeking $1bn in investment to fund a radical restructure based around a new Pinnacle Tour

The Guardian - UK

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Cloud over Kokkinakis future after latest setback

Thanasi Kokkinakis faces another extended stint on the sidelines amid serious concerns over a shoulder injury that flared up again during the Australian Open.

AAP

Meet the ‘dogs of war’ taking over the Australian Open

Not everyone can sail to the pinnacle of tennis like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, and an increasing number of gritty, battle-hardened players from an improving US college system are showing there can be a different way to the top

The Independent UK

Maestro Djokovic beats Maestrelli to advance at AO

Italian qualifier Francesco Maestrelli has joined the long list of tennis players who have lost to peerless Serb Novak Djokovic at the majors.

AAP

Australian Open 2026: Novak Djokovic eases to clinical win over Francesco Maestrelli – as it happened

Ten-time winner swats aside Italian qualifier 6-3 6-2 6-2 with efficient display in the second round at Melbourne Park

The Guardian - AU

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'Show what I'm made of': Demon won't be bossed around

With growing, unshakeable belief, Alex de Minaur is intent on proving he's more tennis heavyweight than lightweight now he's cracked the world's top six.

AAP

Barbecues, ballboys and oranges: Australia tennis greats pass ‘strong tradition’ to next generation

From Rod Laver and Tony Roche to Lleyton Hewitt and Alex de Minaur, players from Australia’s golden age maintain links with the current crop

The Guardian - AU

Even Tennis Legends Are on the ‘Heated Rivalry’ Kick

A sporting smut crossover for the ages

The Mary Sue

Tennis Mailbag: Craig Tiley’s Future Looms Over Australian Open

The USTA has reportedly pursued the Tennis Australia CEO. Plus, Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a 25th major and more from Melbourne.

Sports Illustrated

French tennis star Moutet advances to Australian Open tie with top seed Alcaraz

French tennis star Corentin Moutet on Wednesday moved into a third round clash at the Australian Open in Melbourne with the top seed Carlos Alcaraz after seeing off the American qualifier Michael Zheng.

Radio France Internationale

Carlos Alcaraz drops verdict on Roger Federer’s golf skills after Australian Open win

Carlos Alcaraz played a round of golf with Roger Federer and was impressed with the tennis legend’s skills

The Independent UK

Alcaraz swings with Federer while chasing career slam

Carlos Alcaraz has revealed he is playing golf with Roger Federer rather than practising on his down days while chasing a career grand slam in Melbourne.

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International Business Times UK

Naomi Osaka Serves Fashion Drama At Australian Open, Jellyfish-Inspired Look Divides Tennis Fans

Naomi Osaka's jellyfish outfit at the Australian Open 2026, blending Nike couture with personal inspiration from her daughter, has split tennis fans

The Independent UK

Svitolina is refreshed after a mental health break and into Australian Open's 3rd round

Elina Svitolina is through to the third round at the Australian Open and feeling rejuvenated, fresh from a mental health break at the end of last year

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This Otherworldly 'Padel Bar' Just Opened in Paris — Its Hypnotic Rainbow Palette Is Proof That Contrasting Colors Are the Biggest Trend Right Now

The brainchild of cult interior studio Uchronia, fitness club Padel 15's new contagiously joyful canteen is your call to get exercising

AAP

'Super happy' Sabalenka storms into Open third round

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka and third seed Coco Gauff have both booked their spots in the third round at the Australian Open.

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Aussie achieves career high after questioning career

Questioning his tennis future when ranked 528 last July, plucky Dane Sweeny is adamant his breakthrough Australian Open win is only the beginning.

The Guardian - UK

Naomi Osaka’s jellyfish-inspired outfit steals the show at Australian Open

Over the years, tennis has had its share of noteworthy fashion moments. And Osaka added another in Melbourne

The Guardian - UK

Kasatkina frustrated after defeat on day of mixed fortunes for Australian players

Melbourne is known for its unpredictable winds and it blew both ways for Australian tennis fans on Tuesday

Radio France Internationale

Australian Open tennis chiefs bid au revoir to French tennis star Monfils

Veteran French tennis player Gael Monfils was given an on-court homage on Tuesday after losing his first round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne.

AAP

Aussie women driving each other to new Open heights

Australia's female players have locked in their best Australian Open performance in 34 years, with six set to feature in the second round.

Marie Claire

Naomi Osaka Floats Into the 2026 Australian Open Styling a "Jellyfish" Couture Tennis Outfit

Robert Wun and Osaka are a perfect match.

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Virtua Tennis 2000: The Dreamcast Gem That Revolutionized Fluid Tennis Controls

Virtua Tennis is still held up as one of the best tennis games ever made.

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