Roger FedererMelbourne: Roger Federer says a 36-year-old should not really be considered a favourite for the Australian Open, although when the man in question is himself, no one was taking him seriously. "With age, I feel like I play down my chances just because I don't think a 36-year-old should be a favourite of a tournament, it should not be the case," he told reporters. Federer is bidding to win successive Australian Opens for the first time since 2006-07. Meanwhile, according to Boris Becker Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios is ready to win over his doubters and can become an 'international sporting superstar'. "There has never been a question mark over his talent but there was a question mark about his discipline," Becker said.

Source: The Telegraph January 14, 2018 21:11 UTC