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Australian Open 2026: Novak Djokovic Cruises Towards History as Madison Keys Fights to Stay Alive

If there is one thing tennis fans have learned over the last two decades, it’s that betting against Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park is a fool’s errand.

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Djokovic, Key advance at Australian Open

Novak Djokovic dropped a service game for the first time in this Australian Open and then didn't lose another point against Francesco Maestrelli, advancing to the third round with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 win.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 22

Is this the end? Nick Kyrgios, Thanasi Kokkinakis fall short in epic third-set tiebreak

There will be no magical Australian Open run for Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis in 2026, with the nation's most beloved doubles pairing failing agonisingly short in a rollercoaster, and somewhat controversial, first round match.

Alexander Zverev News / Total Apex Sports / January 22

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alexander Zverev Survives Injury Scare in Gritty Australian Open Win

For a few terrifying seconds inside John Cain Arena, it felt like history might be repeating itself in the cruelest way possible. Alexander Zverev, the World No.

Iga Swiatek News / Total Apex Sports / January 22

Can Iga Swiatek Finally Conquer Melbourne? The Pole Storms Into Third Round After Scare

Let’s be real for a second—Melbourne Park hasn’t always been the kindest hunting ground for Iga Swiatek. For a player who essentially owns the clay courts of Paris and has already tasted glory in New York, the Australian Open has remained that one elusive puzzle piece.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 22

Naomi Osaka Apologizes After Disrespecting Sorana Cirstea

On Thursday night, Naomi Osaka defeated Sorana Cirstea in three sets during their second round match at the Australian Open: 6-3, 4-6, 6-2. However, the battle was far from over after the match.

Stan Wawrinka News / HITC / January 22

Stan Wawrinka matches achievement last seen 50 years ago after Australian Open victory

Stan Wawrinka turned back the clock on Thursday, taking down Arthur Gea to book his place in the Australian Open third round. The 41-year-old went through yet another five-set battle, outlasting the young Frenchman 4-6, 6-3, 3-6, 7-5, 7-6.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Jannik Sinner vs Alcaraz vs Djokovic: Who Looks Most Dangerous After Two Rounds?

Two rounds of the 2026 Australian Open are complete, and the tournament has clarified into what most expected: a three-horse race. Something unexpected could derail the script, as it sometimes does, but the overwhelming likelihood is that Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, or Novak Djokovic will lift the trophy in Melbourne.

Stefanos Tsitsipas News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

The end of Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Australian Open Sanctuary

Stefanos Tsitsipas was supposed to find himself again in Australia. The script seemed obvious: return to the place where he’s always played his best tennis, rediscover his form, and begin the long climb back to relevance.

Jessica Pegula News / HITC / January 22

Jessica Pegula reacts to record crowds at the Australian Open

Jessica Pegula has weighed in on an issue that’s split opinions during this year’s Australian Open. Attendance numbers have been higher than ever, and it was especially noticeable during Alexandra Eala’s opening-round loss on Court 6 at Melbourne Park.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Norrie

Tien – Borges: 23.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: 1-0 Learner Tien has won three of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Tien defeated Giron in five sets and Shevchenko in four sets en route to the third round.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

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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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.

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 / Field Level Media / January 22

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.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 21