Australian Open Sets Record £2m Winner's Prize
Australian Open champions will earn a record £2.06m as the tournament's total purse hits £55.2m, surpassing Wimbledon. Discover the full prize money breakdown.
Australian Open champions will earn a record £2.06m as the tournament's total purse hits £55.2m, surpassing Wimbledon. Discover the full prize money breakdown.
Tennis Australia boosts Australian Open 2025 prize pool to a record $111.5m. Champions Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka to pocket $4.5m each. Read the full financial breakdown.
Plans for a floating, natural water swimming pool in Canary Wharf's Eden Dock have been approved. The 50-metre facility, set to open in summer 2026, will feature saunas and a clubhouse. Discover this new urban oasis.
Australian tennis stars Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis are set to reunite their 'Special K' doubles partnership for the 2026 Australian Open, marking a major comeback. Read the full story here.
As the 2026 season begins, Carlos Alcaraz's split from coach Juan Carlos Ferrero is the major storyline. We analyse his rivalry with Jannik Sinner and the state of the ATP and WTA tours.
A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, citing a violation of Second Amendment rights. The landmark ruling impacts 95% of the state's population.
Tennis legend Venus Williams, aged 45, has been granted a wild card for the 2026 Australian Open, marking a historic return to Melbourne Park. Discover her incredible journey.
Police warn public not to approach James Fitzpatrick, 36, who failed to return to HMP Castle Huntly after an approved visit. He was last seen possibly boarding a bus to Ardrossan.
Joe Perry, 51, clinched the Seniors British Open title in Derby, beating Jimmy White 7-5. The former world number eight reveals how he fell out of love with the pro tour but found joy again in the seniors circuit.
A leading wine expert is calling for a ban on the winged corkscrew, labelling it a menace to civilised drinking. Discover the professional alternatives and top tips for flawless bottle opening.
Jack Draper's historic Australian Open campaign concluded in a dramatic five-set quarter-final defeat. Read the full story of his incredible run and what's next for British tennis.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in a five-set French Open final thriller. Relive the epic match that crowned a new Roland Garros champion and reshaped tennis rivalries.
Chris Wakelin triumphs at the Scottish Open, winning £100,000 after battling pneumonia and a hospital dash for his baby daughter. Read his incredible story of resilience.
Matt Selt credits practice with snooker legends John Higgins and Ronnie O'Sullivan for his surprise Scottish Open semi-final place. Read his story and see who he faces next.
GAIL's Bakery will open 10 London shops on Christmas Day, offering a free mince pie. The decision has sparked online debate over staff working conditions.
26 ex-pupils and a teacher from Dulwich College have signed an open letter urging Nigel Farage to apologise for alleged racist and antisemitic behaviour at school. Read the full story.
Anthony McGill is sounding positive after a 4-1 win at the Scottish Open. The Glaswegian snooker star is targeting a strong 2026 after rediscovering his form. Read his full interview here.
Neil Robertson pulls out of the Scottish Open with a strained piriformis muscle and disc injury. Get the latest snooker news, results, and updates from Edinburgh.
Guardian readers propose a 10-day working week, critique US actions in Venezuela, and share witty life stages in this week's eclectic letters section. Read the full debate.
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen produced a stunning final-hole up-and-down to clinch the Australian Open, breaking Cameron Smith's heart. Rory McIlroy finishes 14th.
Rory McIlroy's round at the Australian Open was dramatically interrupted after he slipped on a discarded banana peel, sparking a major debate on golf course safety and etiquette.
Next week's Coronation Street sees Maggie's 65th birthday party simmer with tension, Carla in peril, and a painfully awkward baby shower. Get all the spoilers here.
A visual journey through the past week's defining moments: Russian strikes in Ukraine, devastating Asian floods, and Trump's FIFA honour. Explore the powerful images that captured our world.
Freya, 40, shares her 7-day sex diary, revealing the realities of her husband's lower libido, night shifts, and their open marriage talks. Read her candid story.
The Met Office forecasts one dry afternoon in London before a week of persistent rain moves in. Temperatures will stay mild, reaching up to 14°C. Get the full daily breakdown.
Next week's Coronation Street delivers a killer reveal and a special flashback into Maggie Driscoll's dark past. Get all the spoilers for December 8-12, 2025.
Insights from Singapore reveal China's AI surge through open-source models, challenging US market dominance and raising questions about Western investment strategies. Discover the global shift.
Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe, famed for his linen dresses worn by Princess Diana, has died at 80. His label thrived for 47 years, shaping style across Ireland and the UK.
Tennis legend Serena Williams has quietly rejoined the sport's anti-doping testing pool, a mandatory step for any potential competitive return. She could be eligible to play again by mid-2026. Read the full story.
Andy Murray shares the hilarious and painful story of his first day coaching rival Novak Djokovic, which ended in a 50-minute run and severe cramp. Discover his reflections on the short-lived partnership.