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Venus makes Aussie Open history, falters in loss

Venus Williams became the oldest player to compete in singles at the Australian Open, but faltered late in a three-set loss to Olga Danilovic.

Tennis News / HITC / January 18

Aryna Sabalenka makes special request to Roger Federer after Australian Open win

Aryna Sabalenka’s title defence at the Australian Open is off to a strong start, as she eased into the second round with a straight-sets win. She faced a wildcard entry in Rakotomanga Rajaonah, who proved to be an unfamiliar but intriguing first-round opponent.

Emma Raducanu News / BBC Sport / January 18

Raducanu overcomes slow start to sail into second round

British number one Emma Raducanu overcomes a shaky start to sail past Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew in the Australian Open first round.

Aryna Sabalenka News / ESPN / January 18

Sabalenka survives 'tricky start' in Aussie opener

Aryna Sabalenka overcame a "tricky start" to win her opening-round match at the Australian Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 18

Elena Gabriela Ruse pulls off first upset as Aussie Open begins

Romanian Elena Gabriela Ruse swept 26th-seeded Dayana Yastremska of Ukraine 6-4, 7-5 on Sunday, pulling off the first upset of a seeded player as the Australian Open got underway in Melbourne.

Flavio Cobolli News / Field Level Media / January 18

Qualifier Arthur Fery upsets No. 20 Flavio Cobolli in Aussie opening round

British qualifier Arthur Fery delivered the first upset in the men's singles bracket of this year's Australian Open when he knocked off No. 20 seed Flavio Cobolli in straight sets, 7-6 (1), 6-4, 6-1, on Sunday in opening-day action at Melbourne.

Novak Djokovic News / Field Level Media / January 17

Novak Djokovic dismisses 'now or never' mindset in pursuit of 25th Slam

If Novak Djokovic is feeling any pressure to win a record 25th Grand Slam at the Australian Open, the 38-year-old Serbian star certainly isn't showing it.

Iga Swiatek News / HITC / January 17

What Iga Swiatek can still do in her career that’s ‘scary’ for her WTA rivals

If Iga Swiatek retired today, she’d be a shoo-in for the Hall Of Fame. But at just 24 years of age, there’s plenty more to come from the greatest Polish player of all time.

Matteo Berrettini News / Tennis Infinity / January 17

Matteo Berrettini withdraws late from 2026 Australian Open

The draw for the 2026 Australian Open has been weakened by Matteo Berrettini's withdrawal from the season's opening Grand Slam. Berrettini has been plagued by various injuries in the past few years.

Tennis News / HITC / January 17

What Andre Agassi learned from his first Australian Open meeting with Roger Federer

During the 2026 Australian Open Opening Ceremony, Andre Agassi and Roger Federer took to the court together for an exhibition match. Andre Agassi and Roger Federer shared the court again during the 2026 Australian Open Opening Ceremony, teaming up in a light-hearted exhibition on Rod Laver Arena.

Tennis News / HITC / January 17

Lleyton Hewitt explains why he always struggled to play Roger Federer at the Australian Open

Lleyton Hewitt and Roger Federer’s rivalry at the top of the ATP Tour was one of the defining narratives of tennis in the 2000s. Federer and Hewitt met 27 times between 1999 and 2014, with Federer leading the head-to-head with 16 victories.

Joao Fonseca News / HITC / January 17

Joao Fonseca gives final fitness update before the Australian Open

Joao Fonseca is gearing up for his second season on the ATP Tour, starting with the Australian Open. The 19-year-old missed both the Brisbane International and Adelaide International this month as he continued to recover from a back injury, though it looks like he’ll be ready to go in Melbourne.

Tennis 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.

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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.

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.

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 / 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 / Yardbarker / January 16

Carlos Alcaraz could be in GOAT conversation at the Aussie Open

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.

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Milos Raonic announces retirement from professional tennis

Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 15