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Amanda Anisimova shuts down political question about United States at Australian Open

Amanda Anisimova shuts down political question about United States at Australian Open

Amanda Anisimova made her position clear when asked about representing the United States at this year’s Australian Open, The 22-year-old, who was born in New Jersey to Russian parents, was questioned about whether recent events in the U.S.

Nick Kyrgios News / HITC / January 22
Nick Kyrgios furious after controversial let ends Australian Open run

Nick Kyrgios furious after controversial let ends Australian Open run

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis’ run at the Australian Open ended in dramatic fashion on Thursday. The pair, who were hoping to win their first match at the tournament since lifting the trophy in 2022, lost 6-4, 4-6, 10-7 to fellow Australians Marc Polmans and Jason Kubler.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22
Marin Cilic says what he thinks about Novak Djokovic and Stan Wawrinka as they all win in Australia

Marin Cilic says what he thinks about Novak Djokovic and Stan Wawrinka as they all win in Australia

This year’s Australian Open really is proving that age is just a number! Three of the oldest players in the men’s singles draw, Marin Cilic (37), Novak Djokovic (38), and Stan Wawrinka (40), have made their way through to the third round.

Jannik Sinner News / HITC / January 22
Jannik Sinner highlights the one thing Carlos Alcaraz does better than anyone on ATP Tour

Jannik Sinner highlights the one thing Carlos Alcaraz does better than anyone on ATP Tour

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have made smooth starts to their Australian Open campaigns, reaching the third round without dropping a set. Sinner cruised past James Duckworth 6-1, 6-4, 6-2, while Alcaraz worked through a bit of resistance from Yannick Hanfmann before taking it 7-6(7-4), 6-3, 6-2.

Stan Wawrinka News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
Stan Wawrinka Proves Age is Just a Number

Stan Wawrinka Proves Age is Just a Number

It’s been 20 years since Stan Wawrinka played his first-ever match at the Australian Open. He had pushed the No. 4 seed David Nalbandian into a four-setter in 2006, confidently going up against one of the best players to never win a Grand Slam.

Novak Djokovic News / NAI Sports / January 22

Djokovic, Key advance at Australian Open

Novak Djokovic dropped a service game for the first time in this Australian Open and then didn't lose another point against Francesco Maestrelli, advancing to the third round with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 win.

Alexander Zverev News / Total Apex Sports / January 22
Heart-Stopping Moment: Alexander Zverev Survives Injury Scare in Gritty Australian Open Win

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alexander Zverev Survives Injury Scare in Gritty Australian Open Win

For a few terrifying seconds inside John Cain Arena, it felt like history might be repeating itself in the cruelest way possible. Alexander Zverev, the World No.

Iga Swiatek News / Total Apex Sports / January 22
Can Iga Swiatek Finally Conquer Melbourne? The Pole Storms Into Third Round After Scare

Can Iga Swiatek Finally Conquer Melbourne? The Pole Storms Into Third Round After Scare

Let’s be real for a second—Melbourne Park hasn’t always been the kindest hunting ground for Iga Swiatek. For a player who essentially owns the clay courts of Paris and has already tasted glory in New York, the Australian Open has remained that one elusive puzzle piece.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 22
Naomi Osaka Apologizes After Disrespecting Sorana Cirstea

Naomi Osaka Apologizes After Disrespecting Sorana Cirstea

On Thursday night, Naomi Osaka defeated Sorana Cirstea in three sets during their second round match at the Australian Open: 6-3, 4-6, 6-2. However, the battle was far from over after the match.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
Jannik Sinner vs Alcaraz vs Djokovic: Who Looks Most Dangerous After Two Rounds?

Jannik Sinner vs Alcaraz vs Djokovic: Who Looks Most Dangerous After Two Rounds?

Two rounds of the 2026 Australian Open are complete, and the tournament has clarified into what most expected: a three-horse race. Something unexpected could derail the script, as it sometimes does, but the overwhelming likelihood is that Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, or Novak Djokovic will lift the trophy in Melbourne.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
The end of Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Australian Open Sanctuary

The end of Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Australian Open Sanctuary

Stefanos Tsitsipas was supposed to find himself again in Australia. The script seemed obvious: return to the place where he’s always played his best tennis, rediscover his form, and begin the long climb back to relevance.

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Jessica Pegula News / HITC / January 22
Jessica Pegula reacts to record crowds at the Australian Open

Jessica Pegula reacts to record crowds at the Australian Open

Jessica Pegula has weighed in on an issue that’s split opinions during this year’s Australian Open. Attendance numbers have been higher than ever, and it was especially noticeable during Alexandra Eala’s opening-round loss on Court 6 at Melbourne Park.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Norrie

ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Norrie

Tien – Borges: 23.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: 1-0 Learner Tien has won three of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Tien defeated Giron in five sets and Shevchenko in four sets en route to the third round.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
Marin Cilic Equals Goran Ivanisevic’s Croatian Win Record

Marin Cilic Equals Goran Ivanisevic’s Croatian Win Record

Marin Cilic has written another line into Croatian tennis history, matching the career win tally of one of his country’s greatest icons with a composed display at the Australian Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 22
Lorenzo Musetti, Ben Shelton head to 3rd round in Melbourne

Lorenzo Musetti, Ben Shelton head to 3rd round in Melbourne

All six seeded players advanced in the Thursday afternoon session of the Australian Open. In the most intriguing second-round match, fifth-seeded Lorenzo Musetti ousted Lorenzo Sonego 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in a battle of top-40 Italian players and occasional doubles partners.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 21
Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys advance to Australian Open's 3rd round

Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys advance to Australian Open's 3rd round

Two of the top four American women's tennis players appear headed for a showdown in the round of 16 in the Australian Open. However, No. 6 Jessica Pegula and No.

Coco Gauff News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / January 21
Coco Gauff makes another big donation to HBCUs

Coco Gauff makes another big donation to HBCUs

Tennis star Coco Gauff is once again using her platform to make a powerful investment in the future of Black education, announcing her latest donation to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).

Emma Raducanu News / Serve on SI / January 21
Emma Raducanu's Coach on Hot Seat After Australian Open

Emma Raducanu's Coach on Hot Seat After Australian Open

Emma Raducanu's young career has been defined by her 2021 US Open title, injuries, and a revolving door of coaches. Last August, Raducanu finally settled on Francisco Riog as her head coach after cycling through interim coaches all season.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 21
Tommy Paul among seeds advancing to Australian Open 3rd round

Tommy Paul among seeds advancing to Australian Open 3rd round

Three seeded men's players advanced with relative ease to the third round of the Australian Open in ideal Melbourne conditions on day four of the tournament.

Aryna Sabalenka News / Field Level Media / January 20
Aryna Sabalenka regroups, advances to third round of Australian Open

Aryna Sabalenka regroups, advances to third round of Australian Open

Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus stumbled for a moment in the first set, but went on to defeat Chinese qualifier Zhuoxuan Bai, 6-3, 6-1 to advance to the third round of the Australian Open.

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