Australian Open win for 15 year old
Fifteen-year-old American Coco Gauff has beaten Venus Williams in straight sets, 7-6, 6-3, in the opening round of the Australian Open.
Former world number one Williams was also beaten by Gauff at Wimbledon last summer.
Elsewhere in the women's singles draw, seven-time champion Serena Williams progressed - beating Russian teenager Anastasia Potapova in under an hour.
Roger Federer also had a straight sets win, over American Steve Johnson.
Shane Lowry Six Shots Off The Lead In Dubai
Lowry is in a tie for 13th after round two.
Athlone Town Take On Dundalk In LFA Senior Cup
Town will also face Shelbourne and St. Peter’s FC Athlone over the next few weeks.
Offaly Host Leinster Champions In League Opener
Louth were managed by current Offaly manager Mickey Harte from 2020-2023.
Limerick The First Task For Laois In National Football League
Laois are at home for their opening game.
We're Looking Forward To The Games In Division 1A - Johnny Kelly
Offaly open their season away to Kilkenny this Sunday.
Three Midlands Counties In Ladies Football League Action This Weekend
Westmeath and Laois are aiming to begin their campaigns with victories.
Continuing 100% Professional Record The Goal For Paul Loonam
The Offaly man steps back into the ring on February 7th.
UL and Mary I Secure Wins In Fitzgibbon Cup
Hurlers from the midlands were in action for their respective colleges.
Westmeath Host Sligo In National Football League Opener
The Lake County are looking to return to Division Two following relegation in 2025.
Shane Lowry Finishes With Round Of 70 In Dubai
The Offaly man had a positive opening day.
Mayo The First Test For Laois In Division Two
Tommy Fitzgerald's side are aiming to start off with a victory.
Midlands Sports Set For €1.1m Funding Allocation In 2026
Laois will receive the highest amount of funds in the midlands.
Fitzgibbon Cup Action Continues This Evening
Hurlers from across the midlands will be action this evening.
CCFL: Clara Town Claim Big Away Win
Clonaslee United and Monksland United finished level.
Laois Footballer Ade Solanke Joins Bournemouth
The Portarlington man signs from French side FC Lorient.
Midlands Athletes Impress At Leinster Masters And Intermediate Cross Country Championships
It's been a positive start for the midlands runners in 2026.
Shane Lowry Back In Action At Dubai Desert Classic
The Clara man is looking to one better than last weekend.
Stephen Rochford To Remain As Tullamore Coach
Paul McConway is also staying on as manager.
Sligo Are Going To Bring The Fight To Westmeath - Mark McHugh
The opening round of the league kicks off this weekend.
Westmeath Schools To Clash In Bro Bosco Cup Final
Coláiste Mhuire and Marist College are set to battle in a few weeks.
