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Novak Djokovic weighs in on Roger Federer’s level after Casper Ruud exhibition

Roger Federer’s return to the Australian Open was met with a warm reception, as fans in Melbourne were excited to see him back in action. The Swiss legend took part in an exhibition during the opening ceremony, joining Andre Agassi, Pat Rafter, and Lleyton Hewitt on the court.

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Fearnley seeks confidence boost after early exit

After a sharp rise in the world rankings, Britain's Jacob Fearnley faces a new challenge with his place in the top 100 jeopardised by an early Australian Open exit.

Coco Gauff News / BBC Sport / January 19

Gauff wins two brilliant points on way through to Australian Open second round

Third seed Coco Gauff wins two brilliants during a dominant 6-2 6-3 first-round win against Kamilla Rakhimova at the Australian Open.

Stan Wawrinka News / BBC Sport / January 19

'Not young anymore' - Wawrinka advances to round two

Veterans Stan Wawrinka and Marin Cilic roll back the years to advance to the Australian Open second round.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 19

What's next for Alex Eala after 2026 Australian Open first-round exit

Alex Eala's early Australian Open exit gives a reminder of where she can still take her game to the next level.

Daniil Medvedev News / BBC Sport / January 19

'Big push for positivity' helps Medvedev end Grand Slam losing streak

Daniil Medvedev says he is trying to be as "positive on the court as I am in life" as he snaps his Grand Slam losing streak at the Australian Open.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 19

Eala falls short against Parks in Australian Open debut

Alex Eala of the Philippines was unable to ride a wave of raucous crowd support to victory in her Australian Open main draw debut, falling short in a seesawing battle against American Alycia Parks.

Felix Auger-Aliassime News / Field Level Media / January 19

Alex de Minaur advances, Felix Auger-Aliassime retires in Australia

Next to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the top two players in the world, Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime was the hottest player on the ATP Tour in the closing months of 2025.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 19

'I want more': de Minaur cruises in Open opener

Alex de Minaur has made his most impressive start to his home grand slam yet, advancing to the Australian Open second round at near-record pace.

Coco Gauff News / Field Level Media / January 18

Coco Gauff earns 75th major victory, advances to Australian Open 2nd round

It's hard to believe that 21-year old Coco Gauff is competing in her seventh Australian Open. But the third-seeded player in the world is doing just that and, despite some serving issues early, dispatched of Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova, 6-2, 6-3 in one hour, 39 minutes in warm Melbourne conditions.

Tennis News / HITC / January 18

Patrick Mouratoglou explains what made Roger Federer’s forehand so special

Roger Federer is, arguably, the greatest tennis player of all time. During his legendary career, the Swiss Maestro collected 103 ATP titles; the second most of all time, behind Jimmy Connors.

Tennis News / HITC / January 18

Rennae Stubbs rates Madison Keys’ and Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open chances

The Australian Open is now underway, with plenty of upsets having already taken place in Melbourne. On the ATP Tour, 20th seed Flavio Cobolli lost in the first round to Arthur Fery, who emerged through qualifying.

Novak Djokovic News / Tennis Infinity / January 18

Novak Djokovic explains his shocking decision to split from organization he co-founded

Novak Djokovic's departure from the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), a body he co-founded, caused a stir, and he has now opened up about his decision.

Tennis News / HITC / January 18

Milos Raonic says if he liked being called a ‘serve bot’ as he makes Nick Kyrgios comment

Milos Raonic had one of the biggest serves in the history of the ATP Tour. Raonic announced his retirement from tennis last week, bringing an end to his career, which saw him reach the Wimbledon final and achieve a best ranking of world number three.

Tennis News / HITC / January 18

Rennae Stubbs makes a big Amanda Anisimova claim before the Australian Open

Amanda Anisimova will be eyeing a strong run at the Australian Open after impressing in recent Grand Slams. Anisimova takes on Simona Waltert in the first round of the Australian Open, where she is the fourth seed.

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Bianca Andreescu News / Tennis Infinity / January 18

Bianca Andreescu wins her first title since 2019 US Open

Bianca Andreescu has finally added another trophy to her collection, her first since winning the 2019 US Open. When Andreescu skyrocketed into the Top 5 on the WTA Tour in 2019, probably no one expected her to drop out of the Top 200 only a few years later.

Emma Raducanu News / Last Word On Sports / January 18