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Novak Djokovic explains what he’s ‘missing’ in order to keep up with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner

Novak Djokovic explains what he’s ‘missing’ in order to keep up with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner

Novak Djokovic is back in Melbourne and gearing up for his 21st Australian Open appearance. While the Serb hasn’t added to his Grand Slam tally since winning the 2023 US Open, he remains determined to chase down a record-extending 25th major title.

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 / HITC / January 17
Carlos Alcaraz shares advice for Joao Fonseca ahead of the Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz shares advice for Joao Fonseca ahead of the Australian Open

Right now, Carlos Alcaraz is the player everyone is chasing on the ATP Tour, and it feels like Jannik Sinner is the only one who can truly match him. The gap between them and the rest of the field is noticeable.

Emma Raducanu News / ESPN / January 17

Australian Open: Raducanu hits out at schedule

Emma Raducanu has been left less than impressed by the Australian Open's scheduling after being forced to scramble to get ready for the tournament.

Matteo Berrettini News / ESPN / January 17

Berrettini withdraws from AO clash vs. de Minaur

Alex de Minaur has received a huge boost ahead of his Australian Open campaign with first-round opponent Matteo Berrettini withdrawing and being replaced by lucky loser Mackenzie McDonald.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Bublik vs Brooksby

ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Bublik vs Brooksby

Zheng – Korda: 18.01.2026 05:30 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 / Last Word On Sports / January 17
ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Diallo

ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including Zverev vs Diallo

Fery – Cobolli: 18.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: first meeting Arthur Fery has won four of his last five matches. This week in Australia, Fery qualified for the main draw tournament without dropping a single set.

Alexander Zverev News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Countdown to the Australian Open: Alexander Zverev’s Race Against Time

Countdown to the Australian Open: Alexander Zverev’s Race Against Time

For most of his career, Alexander Zverev seemed immune to the pressures of time. He was young, talented, and destined for greatness. The German was supposed to be the one who inherited the throne once the Big Three finally stepped aside.

Novak Djokovic News / BBC Sport / January 17

'It's not now or never' - Djokovic targets elusive 25th Slam

Novak Djokovic says the upcoming Australian Open is not "now or never" for his hopes of winning a standalone all-time record 25th Grand Slam title.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Jannik Sinner Responds to Roger Federer’s Hypothetical Match Comments

Jannik Sinner Responds to Roger Federer’s Hypothetical Match Comments

Jannik Sinner might not currently be the World No. 1 anymore, but he is back in Melbourne once again as the favourite to defend his Australian Open crown.

Emma Raducanu News / BBC Sport / January 17

Why Australian Open schedule 'doesn't make sense' to Raducanu

While players are used to short turnarounds, Emma Raducanu questions the logic of her Australian Open first-round match being played on Sunday night in Melbourne.

Tennis News / HITC / January 16
Gael Monfils says what he really thinks about Kei Nishikori as he pulls out of the Australian Open

Gael Monfils says what he really thinks about Kei Nishikori as he pulls out of the Australian Open

Gael Monfils will play his final Australian Open tournament in 2026. The fan favorite recently announced that 2026 will be his final year on the ATP Tour.

Tennis News / HITC / January 16
Casper Ruud responds on social media after losing to Roger Federer in Australian Open practise

Casper Ruud responds on social media after losing to Roger Federer in Australian Open practise

Roger Federer made his return to the Australian Open this week. The Swiss legend is set to feature in an exhibition match alongside ATP legends Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt and Patrick Rafter during the opening ceremony, which takes place on the 17th of January, the day before the main draw begins.

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Nick Kyrgios admits he is ‘washed up’ after losing again before the Australian Open

Nick Kyrgios admits he is ‘washed up’ after losing again before the Australian Open

Nick Kyrgios hasn’t exactly made a triumphant return to tennis this month… After a long injury lay off, Kyrgios returned to the ATP Tour at the Brisbane International.

Jannik Sinner News / Serve on SI / January 16
Jannik Sinner Slams New Racket: 'The Racket Sucks'

Jannik Sinner Slams New Racket: 'The Racket Sucks'

With the main draw of the 2026 Australian Open kicking off this weekend, tennis fans are eagerly looking for early signs of which player could make history.

Frances Tiafoe News / Serve on SI / January 16

Lululuemon Just Dropped Frances Tiafoe's Australian Open Kit

This time last year, Frances Tiafoe made a big splash in the sportswear world. The American star became a lululemon Ambassador and key pillar of the brand's tennis division.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 16
WTA roundup: Teens to meet in Adelaide final

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 / Field Level Media / January 16
ATP roundup: Top two seeds upended in Adelaide

ATP roundup: Top two seeds upended in Adelaide

Unseeded Frenchman Ugo Humbert and No. 8 seed Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic will meet in the final of Australia's Adelaide International after knocking out the top seeds on Friday.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 16
Mira Andreeva Storms Past Diana Shnaider in Adelaide Semifinal Statement

Mira Andreeva Storms Past Diana Shnaider in Adelaide Semifinal Statement

If anyone was still questioning whether the hype around Mirra Andreeva was real, they got their answer in Adelaide. In a quarterfinal clash that felt more like a glimpse into the future of women’s tennis than a standard warm-up match, the 17-year-old phenom didn’t just win; she made a statement.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / January 16
Aryna Sabalenka Talks Iga Swiatek Rivalry at Australian Open

Aryna Sabalenka Talks Iga Swiatek Rivalry at Australian Open

The brief offseason is over, and the world's best tennis players have arrived in Melbourne for the 2026 Australian Open. As always, the top players participate in a pre-tournament press conference.

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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Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15
Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner in same half of Australian Open draw

Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner in same half of Australian Open draw

Two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner and record 10-time winner Novak Djokovic are in the same half of the Australian Open draw, revealed Thursday in Melbourne.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15
ATP roundup: Top seed Ben Shelton in jeopardy in Auckland

ATP roundup: Top seed Ben Shelton in jeopardy in Auckland

No. 1 seed Ben Shelton dropped the first set against No. 7 seed Sebastian Baez of Argentina before rain halted play Thursday in the ASB Classic quarterfinals in Auckland, New Zealand.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 15
Gauff could go up against one of her idols at 2026 Australian Open

Coco Gauff could have the chance to go up against one of her idols at 2026 Australian Open

Gauff enters Melbourne as the No. 3 seed, looking to improve on her quarterfinal appearance from last season.

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15
WTA roundup: Madison Keys, Emma Raducanu ousted in Australia tourneys

WTA roundup: Madison Keys, Emma Raducanu ousted in Australia tourneys

Canada's Victoria Mboko ousted defending champion and No. 2 seed Madison Keys 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 to advance to the semifinals of the Adelaide International on Thursday in Australia.

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