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The four Grand Slam champions who lost in the first round of the Australian Open

The Australian Open has already seen some big names exit after the first round of the 2026 tournament. Top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka enjoyed straight sets victories to progress to the second round of the tournament.

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Nava – Norrie: 21.01.2026 06:00 CEST H2H: first meeting Emiliano Nava has won three of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Nava defeated Jacquet in five tight sets after playing for almost four hours on the court.

Alexander Zverev News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

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Zheng – Moutet: 21.01.2026 04:30 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 / HITC / January 20

Coco Gauff and Chris Eubanks share hilarious exchange at the Australian Open

Coco Gauff is back in business at the Australian Open, where she has powered into the second round. Gauff is the third seed at the Australian Open, with the American beating Kamilla Rakhimova in her opening match.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / HITC / January 20

Stefanos Tsitsipas makes big claim about the Australian Open after first-round win

Stefanos Tsitsipas got off to the perfect start down under. The 2023 finalist beat Shintaro Mochizuki in four sets, 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-2, to book his place in the second round of the Australian Open.

Daria Kasatkina News / HITC / January 20

Daria Kasatkina shares why she was stressed before her first match as an Australian at the Australian Open

Daria Kasatkina played her first Australian Open match with an Australian flag next to her name at this year’s tournament. Looking to get off to a winning start, Kasatkina played Nikola Bartuncova in round one.

Tennis News / HITC / January 20

Carlos Alcaraz now reveals what he was thinking before his first-ever match against Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have played out a thrilling rivalry on the ATP Tour despite their relatively brief careers so far. Alcaraz and Sinner could meet once again at the Australian Open, but only at the very last stage of the Grand Slam.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / January 20

Watch: Sinner faces bizarre Kyrgios vs North Korean dictator question on official AO show

Jannik Sinner just faced probably the most bizarre question of his entire tennis career during the 2026 Australian Open. Tennis players, athletes, and celebrities in general are accustomed to facing numerous questions throughout their careers.

Novak Djokovic News / ESPN / January 20

Could this be Novak Djokovic's best shot at a record 25th major title?

Djokovic has lost just six matches at the Australian Open in 19 years. If he's going to break the majors record, this would be the time.

Tennis News / HITC / January 20

Boris Becker makes bold Novak Djokovic prediction at Australian Open

Boris Becker has offered an interesting prediction about what might be in store for Novak Djokovic at this year’s Australian Open. During their three years together, Djokovic picked up six of his 24 Grand Slam titles, with Becker playing a significant role in his success during that period.

Tommy Paul News / HITC / January 20

Tommy Paul reveals why other players have been making fun of him at the Australian Open

Tommy Paul is being spoken about at the Australian Open and it’s not just for his tennis. Paul is the current world number 20, but he has been as high as eighth in the ATP rankings.

Tennis News / HITC / January 20

Rennae Stubbs offers insight into Venus Williams’ decision to keep playing at 45

Venus Williams is still playing on the WTA Tour at 45, even though she is not a regular presence anymore. She has played five events since July, showing up in Washington, Cincinnati, New York, Auckland and Melbourne.

Naomi Osaka News / HITC / January 20

Naomi Osaka reveals key tactical change after Australian Open scare

Naomi Osaka came through a scare against world number 65 Antonia Ruzic to avoid an early exit. The two-time Australian Open champion took the opening set 6-3 and looked in control, but Ruzic hit back, winning the second set by the same scoreline.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

Australian Open Day 4: Match Times for Alcaraz, Gauff and Sabalenka Revealed

We are into the second round at the Australian Open as the competition slowly but steadily intensifies–and so do the stakes. Both World No.1s return to action on Day 4 of the “happy Slam,” with Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka set to headline proceedings on Rod Laver Arena.

Jannik Sinner News / HITC / January 20

Jannik Sinner says there’s still one shot that isn’t clicking despite a strong start in Melbourne

Jannik Sinner wasted no time in getting his Australian Open campaign up and running, finishing off Hugo Gaston in just over an hour. The match at Rod Laver Arena ended early when Gaston retired while trailing 6-2, 6-1.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

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Opelka – Davidovich Fokina: 21.01.2026 02:30 CEST H2H: 0-1 Reilly Opelka has won three of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, the American defeated Budkov Kjaer in the opening round in straight sets.

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Faria – Rublev: 21.01.2026 01:30 CEST H2H: first meeting Jaime Faria has won four of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Faria qualified for the main draw tournament by winning all three qualifying matches in straight sets.

Venus Williams News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

Venus Williams Lets 4-0 Lead Slip in Stunning Australian Open Exit

It felt like the fairytale was written. The ink was dry, the headline was ready, and the crowd at John Cain Arena was preparing to blow the roof off. At 45 years old, Venus Williams—a name synonymous with tennis royalty—was up 4-0 in the deciding set.

Mirra Andreeva News / Total Apex Sports / January 20