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Mark Edmondson

Martin Verkerk, finalist at Roland Garros 2003. Photo: gettyimages

The most unexpected Grand Slam champions and finalists in tennis history

We review the biggest surprises in the history of Grand Slams since the beginning of the Open Era in 1968. We selected three champions and three finalists that no one expected.

From Heaven to Hell: The reigning Grand Slam champions who lost in the first round

From Heaven to Hell: The reigning Grand Slam champions who lost in the first round

On the occasion of the start of the 2026 Australian Open, at Punto de Break we take a look at the 14 occasions when a Grand Slam champion was knocked out in the opening rounds of the following major.