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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.

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Retiring Wawrinka goes long to reach 3rd round

Stan Wawrinka, who will retire at the end of the season, became the first player to reach the third round at a Grand Slam past his 40th birthday since 1978, and he needed 4 hours, 33 minutes to do it.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 22

'What was that for?' Osaka asks of terse Cirstea

Naomi Osaka received a cool response from Sorana Cirstea after their second-round Australian Open match, as Cirstea was apparently upset with Osaka's efforts to pump herself up during the match.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Emma Raducanu and the Pattern of False Starts

Emma Raducanu won her opening round match at the 2026 Australian Open with relative ease, and the familiar cycle began again. This is the time of year when Raducanu’s supporters emerge with renewed optimism, wondering if this might finally be the moment she recaptures something resembling her 2021 US Open form.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka React to Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open Outfit

One of the most jaw-dropping moments of the Australian Open so far was Naomi Osaka unveiling her jellyfish-inspired outfit–a reveal that came as a complete surprise to everyone watching both inside the stadium and around the world on television.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / January 22

Novak Djokovic opens up on off-season tweaks shining at the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has moved into the third round of the Australian Open after a straightforward win over Francesco Maestrelli. Djokovic started his campaign with a straight-sets win over Pedro Martinez, marking his 100th victory at the tournament.

Daniil Medvedev News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Has Daniil Medvedev overcome His Demons

Indeed, tennis occasionally throws up a real oddity -sports in general tend to do that; however, even Daniil Medvedev’s greatest hater could not have conjured the season he had.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22

How Novak Djokovic inspired Iga Swiatek to reach the third round of the Australian Open

Swiatek reaches third round of Australian Open with praise for Djokovic Iga Swiatek has moved into the third round of the Australian Open as her bid for a career Grand Slam continues.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 6 Men’s Predictions Including Alexander Zverev vs Cameron Norrie

Day 6 at the Australian Open features another exciting slate of men’s third-round matches, with big names, rising stars, and contrasting styles in action.

Carlos Alcaraz News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 6 Men’s Predictions Including Carlos Alcaraz vs Corentin Moutet

Day 6 at the Australian Open delivers a strong lineup of men’s third-round encounters, featuring title contenders, home favorites, and players chasing breakthrough runs.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 6 Women’s Predictions Including Aryna Sabalenka vs Anastasia Potapova

Day 6 action at the Australian Open continues on the women’s side with several blockbuster third-round encounters. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka looks to impose her authority against Anastasia Potapova, while rising teenager Iva Jovic aims for a statement upset against top-10 stalwart Jasmine Paolini.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / January 22

Coco Gauff explains how Carlos Alcaraz inspired her to ignore coach’s advice in latest Australian Open win

Coco Gauff has moved comfortably into the third round of the Australian Open, following a straightforward win over Olga Danilovic. After defeating Kamilla Rakhimova 6-2, 6-3 in her opening match, Gauff followed up with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Danilovic to continue her strong start to the tournament.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 6 Women’s Predictions Including Elina Svitolina vs Diana Shnaider

Day 6 at the Australian Open brings several intriguing women’s third-round matchups, featuring established stars, rising talents, and contrasting playing styles.

Jessica Pegula News / BBC Sport / January 22

'It sucked' - Pegula puts friendship aside to progress

Jessica Pegula says it "sucked" and Lorenzo Musetti admits it "was not easy" as both put friendships aside to crush their doubles partners at the Australian Open.

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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.