Destanee Aiava has announced that 2026 will be her final season on the professional tennis tour, revealing her decision in a statement shared on social media.

The 25 years old Australian explained that her decision comes after years of negative experiences in the sport, including abuse from gamblers, online harassment, and feeling unsupported within tennis.

In a strongly worded message, Aiava wrote:

“I want to say a ginormous f*** you to everyone in the tennis community who’s ever made me feel less than. F*** you to every single gambler who’s sent me hate or death threats. F*** you to the people who sit behind screens on social media, commenting on my body, my career, or whatever the f*** they want to nitpick. And f*** you to a sport that hides behind so-called class and gentlemanly values.”

She added:

“Behind the white outfits and traditions is a culture that’s racist, misogynistic, homophobic and hostile to anyone who doesn’t fit its mould.”

Aiava has previously spoken about mental health struggles, pressure, and the impact of online abuse on players.

She turned professional as a teenager and has competed in Grand Slam events, like the Australian Open, but has faced repeated setbacks on and off the court.

Aiava has not detailed her schedule for 2026 but indicated she intends to complete the season before stepping away from professional tennis.

Though Tyson Fury’s press conference with Arslanbek Makhmudov was cordial, there was unnecessary drama beforehand courtesy of his father, John.

Fury will return to the ring on April 11 to face Russia’s Makhmudov, the main event topping a bill at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and streamed live on Netflix. The pair came face to face in London today to speak to the media.

On the Netflix broadcast of the presser was Froch, who has built a brand of no holds barred commentary following his retirement from professional fighting. On his YouTube channel, Froch on Fighting, he has criticised John Fury, though often in jest.

John Fury, who may be a strong voice in Tyson’s camp during this comeback run, clearly held a grudge, and demanded to see and fight Froch on arrival, as captured by Netflix as well as various media outlets.

Tyson Fury’s father John Fury GOING OFF on Carl Froch before the #FuryMakhmudov press conference 😳#FuryMakhmudov
Saturday, April 11
LIVE only on Netflix pic.twitter.com/tNV8eJrxgy

— Netflix Sports (@netflixsports) February 16, 2026

Though Froch remained in broadcasting position during the tirade, he was then absent following the press conference for the interview with Tyson, which was conducted by Anna Woolhouse and Lennox Lewis. Froch, a Hall of Fame inductee, then returned when ‘The Gypsy King’ left the stage and took part in the interview with Makhmudov, suggesting that Fury’s team may have insisted he leave for that segment or indeed that the production team felt tensions could rise once more.

Woolhouse said:

“We’ve allowed Carl back in the building, because Carl, you weren’t really allowed to be here when Tyson was here. You’ve upset John, I believe.”

Froch then added:

“It was a long time ago, but he’s all mouth and no action.”

Sri Lanka beat Australia by eight wickets at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Monday, February 16 in a Group B match of T20 World Cup 2026. With their third consecutive win, Sri Lanka also confirmed their place in the Super 8 round of the ICC event. They have six points and a run rate of +2.462.

Bowling first after winning the toss, Sri Lanka conceded 181 runs in 20 overs. Mitchell Marsh (54 off 27) and Travis Head (56 off 29) hit half-centuries for Australia. For Sri Lanka, Dushan Hemantha claimed 3-37. The Lankans romped home in the chase as Pathum Nissanka smashed 100* off 52 balls, while Kusal Mendis hit 51 off 38 and Pavan Rathnayake 28* off 15.

For Australia, this was their second loss in as many games, putting serious question marks over their chances of qualifying for the Super 8 round of the T20 World Cup. The Aussies are currently third in the points table in Group B, with two points and a net run rate of +0.414.

To qualify for the Super 8 round of T20 World Cup 2026, Australia will have to beat Oman in their last group match and also hope that other results go their way. If Zimbabwe win one of their remaining two group games against Sri Lanka or Ireland, they will move up to six points and knock Australia out of the tournament.

On the other than, if Zimbabwe lose both of their remaining group games and Australia beat Oman, Australia, Zimbabwe and Ireland will finish the group stage with four points each. The net run rate will then decide which team progresses to the Super 8 stage.

Australia, Zimbabwe & Ireland: List of remaining Group B matches in T20 World Cup 2026

Australia’s last group match in T20 World Cup 2026 will be against Oman in Pallekele on February 20. Zimbabwe, who have two group games left, will face Ireland in Pallekele on February 17 and Sri Lanka in Colombo on February 19.

February 17: Ireland vs Zimbabwe, Pallekele (3pm)

February 19: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, RPS Colombo (3pm)

February 20: Australia vs Oman, Pallekele (7pm)

Apart from Sri Lanka, India, West Indies, England and South Africa have also qualified for the Super 8 round of T20 World Cup 2026.