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Federer opens Australian title defence as Murray hobbles into action

Federer opens Australian title defence as Murray hobbles into action

Melbourne (AFP) – Roger Federer and Caroline Wozniacki open their Australian Open title defences Monday as Andy Murray takes to the court for what could be his farewell match at Melbourne Park and potentially his last ever. The Swiss maestro has won the last two Australian Opens and his gunning for a record seventh crown and 21st Grand Slam title. He starts his campaign on day one against Denis Istomin on Rod Laver Arena — the Uzbek who caused a massive upset two years ago when he knocked out Novak Djokovic in the second round. “I’m playing good tennis. I’m...

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