“She knows what it takes to win a Slam having won it at the French, but the tricky thing is once you’ve done it once people think you can just do it again the next time around. Ash Barty is through to semi-finals of the Adelaide International after defeating Marketa Vondrousova. “I definitely feel the love out here, I love playing in Australia, I love playing at home, it’s been incredible for my team to enjoy this week. It is a little bit different playing in Australia, no doubt, but I think for her, she will know how to focus. Australia's Ajla Tomljanovic and Jordan Thompson were knocked out at Adelaide International on Tuesday. Barty fell behind in the first set before romping back in the second with the deciding third going right down to the wire with a tight tie-break. News & Media. The world No.1 has downed world No.24 Ukranian Dayana Yastremska 6-2 7-5 in Saturday’s final at Memorial Drive. TENNIS.com - Live Scores, Tennis News, Player Ranking, and Complete Tournament Data. New to Kayo? “When I heard about the tournament for the first time, I said that I was going to play for sure,” said Halep, who defeated Serena Williams to win her second Grand Slam title last month. Usually playing in the Sydney International, which was discontinued due to the ATP Cup, the Adelaide International has sprung up in its place. By Marc Churches Jan 14th, 2020 Tennis news “This event will add to the buzz we see every summer in South Australia, and reinforce Adelaide as a must-visit holiday destination. © 2020 Tennis Channel Network. No lock-in contract. Adelaide's Memorial Drive venue has undergone an $11 million redevelopment and will feature a new canopy roof over centre court. “I want to go back to Adelaide because I like it so much. Adelaide International Tournament Director Alistair MacDonald, who has played an instrumental role in tennis for several years in both South Australia and New South Wales, was on hand to announce the news. 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Red-hot Rublev feeling ‘completely free’ ahead of Melbourne campaign 18 January 2020. ATP WTA. This was the first edition of the tournament, replacing the Sydney International, and took place at the Memorial Drive Tennis Centre from 12 … sport; tennis; Ash Barty into Adelaide International final in Australian Open preparation. Later Russia’s Andrey Rublev has won the Adelaide International men’s final to claim consecutive ATP titles. Get the latest updates on news, matches & video for the Adelaide International an official Women's Tennis Association event taking place 2020. Adelaide lost its prized spot when the Brisbane International was launched in 2009. Adelaide International Tournament Director Alistair MacDonald, who has played an instrumental role in tennis for several years in both South Australia and New South Wales, was on hand to announce the news. And I think, I’m guessing, that’s been a bit overwhelming. 27 Collins suffered an untimely back injury in the final set but never backed down from the World No. We are really excited to welcome you to the Adelaide International. Adelaide International tournament director Alistair MacDonald said they respected Djokovic's decision. “Suddenly she was thrust into being considered or ranked at times the top player in the world. Normally the Sydney International is held immediately before the Australian Open but the NSW capital is instead hosting the finals stages of the new ATP Cup. Ash Barty celebrates her win over Ukrainian Dayana Yastremska. Yastremska has met Barty once before, a straight-sets win to the Australian last year in Miami. Ticket information for the Adelaide International 2021 coming soon! “I can’t wait to see the stands packed at the newly redeveloped Memorial Drive Tennis Centre in January next year.”, Added South Australian Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment David Ridgway: “This gives tourists yet another reason to come and see what South Australia really has to offer, and that’s something to be very excited about.”. Alex de Minaur's Australian Open hopes have taken a hit after the Australian star withdrew from the Adelaide International. From top class matches between star players to exciting activities and adventures at Kids Day, there is something for everyone! Ash Barty is through to semi-finals of the Adelaide International after defeating Marketa Vondrousova. Great win. Djokovic was the main drawcard for Adelaide, hosting ATP and WTA events in the week immediately before the opening major of the year, the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 1 Ash Barty is into the Adelaide International final against Ukranian Dayana Yastremska after a thrilling three-set victory over American Danielle Collins. Sign up, Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout. Adelaide, SA, 2 August 2019 | tennis.com.au. Seven-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic has pulled out of next week's Adelaide International in a body-blow to the South Australian capital which was celebrating the return of top-level tennis. Stream over 50 sports live & anytime on your TV or favourite device with KAYO SPORTS. “We are so pleased to have Wimbledon champion Simona Halep sign on for the brand new Adelaide International,” MacDonald said. 1),” he said. Ash Barty is known for her love of cricket and may well have been inspired by Tim Paine after a journalist's phone went off. “This tournament will put us on the map for both national and international tennis fans, and give tourists yet another reason to come and see what South Australia has to offer. Yastremska was overwhelmed by the Barty assault, making 14 unforced errors and serving three double-faults in the opening set. Women’s and men’s singles finals will take place on Saturday 18 January. Australian Arina Rodionova has stunned fans at the Adelaide International with a big win over a frustrated former US Open champ. “It was nice to get the balling rolling this week ... and I can’t wait to get started in Melbourne on Monday.”. @tourismsa | #AdelaideTennis pic.twitter.com/zrUmSgVskM, — Adelaide International (@AdelaideTennis) August 2, 2019. pic.twitter.com/IWyL5sx0hc, Ash Barty books an @AdelaideTennis final showdown with Dayana Yastremska thanks to a 3-6, 6-1, 7-6(5) win over Danielle Collins. “Attracting a player like Simona to this tournament shows what a world-class sporting destination Adelaide really is,” Wingard said. Australian Arina Rodionova has stunned fans at the Adelaide International with a big win over a frustrated former US Open champ. “This is a great opportunity for South Australia and it’s fantastic to see Simona sign on as the first player for the new tournament.”. Scott Spits is a sports reporter for The Age, Djokovic opts out of Adelaide International. World No. “I felt like I did what I wanted to do well tonight and got over the line in the end.”. All Rights Reserved, Days before Australian Open, world No. Tickets. This is also known as Online Behavioural Advertising. Just $25/month, cancel anytime. But the respite had scant instant impact. Multi-session and single session tickets will go on sale in October. “I had a good pre-season, I worked on a lot of things and I think that’s paying off … each game, I’m playing better and better,” Yastremska said. From January 12 – 18, Memorial Drive Tennis Centre will host six Grand Slam singles champions and four former world number ones who share a total of 14 Grand Slam singles titles between them. Adelaide International Tennis. “We understand his decision and wish him the very best of luck for the remainder of the ATP Cup and the upcoming Australian Open.”. Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley is delighted world-class tennis is returning to Adelaide in 2020. January 12 - January 19, 2020. Newly crowned Wimbledon champion and current world No.4 Simona Halep is set to headline the brand new Adelaide International, after the star signing and the name of the tournament were revealed on Friday. The Adelaide International is a professional tennis tournament played on outdoor hard courts in Adelaide, South Australia at the Memorial Drive Tennis Centre.The tournament is held in January, and forms part of both the ATP Tour and WTA Tour.The event is part of the lead-up to the first Grand Slam tournament of the season, the Australian Open