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On YouTubeTennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Seven Men Withdraw From 2026 Australian Open
The men’s first-round matches at the 2026 Australian Open contain some fascinating matchups. World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner are the title favorites, but 10-time winner and last year’s semifinalist Novak Djokovic will try to stop his younger rivals.
Jannik Sinner News / HITC / January 17
Jannik Sinner reveals the ‘difficult’ goal he wants to achieve in 2026
Jannik Sinner will return to competitive tennis at the Australian Open, where he is looking for his third consecutive crown in Melbourne. The Italian ended the 2025 season in stunning fashion, by lifting the Vienna Open, the Paris Masters, and the ATP Finals back-to-back.
Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Australian Open Day 1 Women’s Predictions Including Emma Raducanu vs Mananchaya Sawangkaew
The first Grand Slam of this year is here as 256 singles players have descended upon Melbourne to compete for the Australian Open title. Day 1 kicks off with 16 women’s matches, including Emma Raducanu vs Mananchaya Sawangkaew.
Jasmine Paolini News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Australian Open Day 1 Women’s Predictions Including Jasmine Paolini vs Aliaksandra Sasnovich
The first Grand Slam of this year is here as 256 singles players have descended upon Melbourne to compete for the Australian Open title. Day 1 kicks off with 16 women’s matches, including Jasmine Paolini vs Aliaksandra Sasnovich.
Aryna Sabalenka News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Australian Open Day 1 Women’s Predictions Including Aryna Sabalenka vs Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah
The first Grand Slam of this year is here as 256 singles players have descended upon Melbourne to compete for the Australian Open title. Day 1 kicks off with 16 women’s matches, including Aryna Sabalenka vs Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah.
Venus Williams News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Australian Open Day 1 Women’s Predictions Including Venus Williams vs Olga Danilovic
The first Grand Slam of this year is here as 256 singles players have descended upon Melbourne to compete for the Australian Open title. Day 1 kicks off with 16 women’s matches, including Venus Williams vs Olga Danilovic.
Tennis News / HITC / January 17
Andy Roddick pushes back on Roger Federer’s comments about Joao Fonseca
Joao Fonseca is seen by many as one of the brightest young players on the tour, and some believe he has the game to shake up the hold Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner currently have over men’s tennis.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 17
Italy's Matteo Berrettini withdraws from Australian Open
Italy's Matteo Berrettini withdrew from the Australian Open on Saturday ahead of his scheduled first-round meeting with local favorite Alex de Minaur. "I'm really sorry to have to withdraw from the tournament," said Berrettini, who is dealing with an illness.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 17
WTA roundup: Mirra Andreeva storms to Adelaide title
Third-seeded Russian Mirra Andreeva won 12 of the last 13 games to defeat No. 8 seed Victoria Mboko of Canada 6-3, 6-1 for the Adelaide International title Saturday in Australia.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 17
ATP roundup: Czechs sweep Australian Open tune-ups
No. 8 seed Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic outlasted Frenchman Ugo Humbert 6-4, 6-7 (2), 6-2 to win the Adelaide International on Saturday in Australia.
Coco Gauff News / Serve on SI / January 17
Coco Gauff Debuts New Balance Kit for Australian Open
All of the world's top players and their brands bring the heat to Melbourne for the first Grand Slam of the season. Not only is New Balance the official apparel partner for the Australian Open, but it also sponsors WTA World No.
Tennis News / HITC / January 17
Novak Djokovic explains what he’s ‘missing’ in order to keep up with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner
Novak Djokovic is back in Melbourne and gearing up for his 21st Australian Open appearance. While the Serb hasn’t added to his Grand Slam tally since winning the 2023 US Open, he remains determined to chase down a record-extending 25th major title.
Tennis News / HITC / January 17
Carlos Alcaraz shares advice for Joao Fonseca ahead of the Australian Open
Right now, Carlos Alcaraz is the player everyone is chasing on the ATP Tour, and it feels like Jannik Sinner is the only one who can truly match him. The gap between them and the rest of the field is noticeable.
Emma Raducanu News / ESPN / January 17
Australian Open: Raducanu hits out at schedule 
Emma Raducanu has been left less than impressed by the Australian Open's scheduling after being forced to scramble to get ready for the tournament.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Bublik vs Brooksby
Zheng – Korda: 18.01.2026 05:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Michael Zheng has won four of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Zheng qualified for the main draw of the tournament.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Diallo
Fery – Cobolli: 18.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: first meeting Arthur Fery has won four of his last five matches. This week in Australia, Fery qualified for the main draw tournament without dropping a single set.
Alexander Zverev News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Countdown to the Australian Open: Alexander Zverev’s Race Against Time
For most of his career, Alexander Zverev seemed immune to the pressures of time. He was young, talented, and destined for greatness. The German was supposed to be the one who inherited the throne once the Big Three finally stepped aside.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Jannik Sinner Responds to Roger Federer’s Hypothetical Match Comments
Jannik Sinner might not currently be the World No. 1 anymore, but he is back in Melbourne once again as the favourite to defend his Australian Open crown.
Jannik Sinner News / Serve on SI / January 16
Jannik Sinner Slams New Racket: 'The Racket Sucks'
With the main draw of the 2026 Australian Open kicking off this weekend, tennis fans are eagerly looking for early signs of which player could make history.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 16
WTA roundup: Teens to meet in Adelaide final
Youth will be served in the Adelaide International final as teenagers Mirra Andreeva and Victoria Mboko square off Saturday in Australia. Third-seeded Andreeva, 18, advanced with a 6-3, 6-2 semifinal win Friday against ninth-seeded Russian compatriot Diana Shnaider in one hour and 24 minutes.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 16
ATP roundup: Top two seeds upended in Adelaide
Unseeded Frenchman Ugo Humbert and No. 8 seed Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic will meet in the final of Australia's Adelaide International after knocking out the top seeds on Friday.
Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 16
Carlos Alcaraz could be in the GOAT conversation at the 2026 Australian Open
The 2026 Australian Open main draw begins on Saturday, January 17, and there are plenty of eye-opening storylines around the tennis season's first Grand Slam.
Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 15
Coco Gauff could have the chance to go up against one of her idols at 2026 Australian Open
Gauff enters Melbourne as the No. 3 seed, looking to improve on her quarterfinal appearance from last season.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15
WTA roundup: Madison Keys, Emma Raducanu ousted in Australia tourneys
Canada's Victoria Mboko ousted defending champion and No. 2 seed Madison Keys 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 to advance to the semifinals of the Adelaide International on Thursday in Australia.
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