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Sydney women’s draw strongest in the world
![Angelique Kerber World No.1 Angelique Kerber will head the Apia International Sydney women's field in 2017; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Kerber-FH-700x450.jpg)
1 December, 2016
The Apia International Sydney in 2017 will feature the deepest field of any tournament in the world, highlighted by six of the world's top 10 and four major champions.
Read moreThe Apia International Sydney in 2017 will feature the deepest field of any tournament in the world, highlighted by six of the world's top 10 and four major champions.
Davis Cup tennis back in Melbourne
![Davis Cup World Group Playoff - Australia v Slovakia SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Bernard Tomic of Australia (L) talks to Captain of Australian Lleyton Hewitt (R) in his singles match against Jozef Kovalik of Slovakia during the Davis Cup World Group playoff between Australia and Slovakia at Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre on September 16, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/GettyImages-605948468-700x450.jpg)
30 November, 2016
Kooyong will host Australia vs Czech Republic in February 2017.
Read moreKooyong will host Australia vs Czech Republic in February 2017.
Study reveals life-saving benefits of tennis
![Rob Kilderry 17th of March 2011. Rob Kilderry enjoys a Cardio Tennis session at the Australian Tennis Conference. Mark Riedy.](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/5535770407_1e81d3ff96_b-700x450.jpg)
30 November, 2016
A University of Sydney-led study has found that playing tennis is one of the most effective forms of physical activity to reduce the risk of cardiovascular-related death.
Read moreA University of Sydney-led study has found that playing tennis is one of the most effective forms of physical activity to reduce the risk of cardiovascular-related death.
Cabrera to make slam debut at AO 2017
![Lizette Cabrera of Australia plays a backhand in her first round match against Natalia Vajdova of Slovakia during the 2013 Australian Open Junior Championships at Melbourne Park on January 19, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia; Getty Images. Lizette Cabrera; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/AOJR1d-700x450.jpg)
30 November, 2016
Having begun the year outside the top 1000, world No.214 Lizette Cabrera has been rewarded for her stunning season with a main-draw wildcard at Australian Open 2017.
Read moreHaving begun the year outside the top 1000, world No.214 Lizette Cabrera has been rewarded for her stunning season with a main-draw wildcard at Australian Open 2017.
Biggest movers: O’Connell, Purcell make gains
![Max Purcell Max Purcell in action](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Purcell-2-700x450.jpg)
30 November, 2016
Chris O'Connell and Max Purcell have continued their breakout seasons, rising in the latest ATP rankings.
Read moreChris O'Connell and Max Purcell have continued their breakout seasons, rising in the latest ATP rankings.
Alcott hopes to inspire disabled children
![Dylan Alcott at Melbourne Park Dylan Alcott hits at Melbourne Park; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Alcott-day-after-700x450.jpg)
30 November, 2016
Dylan Alcott hopes his achievements on court - capped with his Newcombe Medal victory - and in the media can help him serve as a role model for younger people with a disability.
Read moreDylan Alcott hopes his achievements on court - capped with his Newcombe Medal victory - and in the media can help him serve as a role model for younger people with a disability.
Gallery: Australian Tennis Award winners
![Australian Tennis Awards 2016 winners Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability - Heath Davidson (L) and Dylan Alcott; Fiona Hamilton](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Alcott-Davidson-700x450.jpg)
29 November, 2016
The Newcombe Medal, Australian Tennis Award recipients posed with their awards at Monday night's glittering ceremony in Melbourne.
View photosThe Newcombe Medal, Australian Tennis Award recipients posed with their awards at Monday night's glittering ceremony in Melbourne.
Video: Alcott “smashes glass ceiling”
![Dylan Alcott wins the Newcombe Medal Dylan Alcott on stage after winning the 2016 Newcombe Medal; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Alcott-on-stage-700x450.jpg)
29 November, 2016
Dylan Alcott's landmark victory at the 2016 Newcombe Medal is an inspiration for all people with a disability.
Watch videoDylan Alcott's landmark victory at the 2016 Newcombe Medal is an inspiration for all people with a disability.
Winners crowned at the Newcombe Medal
![Newcombe Medal 2016 Sam Stosur (centre) with Junior Athletes of the Year Alex De Minaur (left) and Kimberly Birrell (right); photo credit Fiona Hamilton](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Sammy-Kimmy-Dimmy-700x450.jpg)
28 November, 2016
The full list of award winners from Monday night in Melbourne at the Newcombe Medal, Australian Tennis Awards.
Read moreThe full list of award winners from Monday night in Melbourne at the Newcombe Medal, Australian Tennis Awards.
Alcott awarded 2016 Newcombe Medal
![Dylan Alcott and John Newcombe 2016 Newcombe Medallist Dylan Alcott (R) wht John Newcombe; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Newk-Dylan-700x450.jpg)
28 November, 2016
Paralympic gold medallist and Australian Open champion Dylan Alcott has completed an incredible 2016 season by winning the Newcombe Medal.
Read moreParalympic gold medallist and Australian Open champion Dylan Alcott has completed an incredible 2016 season by winning the Newcombe Medal.