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Naomi Osaka Survives Cirstea Scare as Post-Match Tension Steals Spotlight

Naomi Osaka is back in the third round of the Australian Open after a tight three-set victory against Sorana Cirstea. While the match itself was a gripping

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Gucci Appoints Aryna Sabalenka As A New Global Ambassador

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka is living her best life not just on the court but also off it. She’s securing sponsorships to a degree that she never did before, and now has one more major brand associated with her.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22

Marin Cilic equals Goran Ivanisevic record after latest Australian Open victory

Marin Cilic appears to have revitalised his tennis career at the age of 37. Cilic, the 2014 US Open champion, began his Australian Open campaign by demolishing Daniel Altmaier, 6-0, 6-0, 7-6.

Jannik Sinner News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 7 Men’s Predictions Including Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri

It should be an exciting seventh day at Melbourne Park with eight third round matches on the slate. As ever, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match, including Novak Djokovic vs Botic van de Zandschulp, but who will still be standing at the Australian Open come the round of 16?

Novak Djokovic News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 7 Men’s Predictions Including Novak Djokovic vs Botic van de Zandschulp

It should be an entertaining seventh day at the Australian Open with eight intriguing third-round matches on the schedule. As always, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match on the slate, including Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22

Andre Agassi sends social media message to Grigor Dimitrov after Australian Open meeting

Andre Agassi has been busy in Melbourne! The legendary American played a starring role in the inaugural Australian Open Opening Ceremony. He, Roger Federer, and Ash Barty defeated Lleyton Hewitt and Pat Rafter in an All-Star exhibition match on Rod Laver Arena.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 5 Men’s Recap: Sinner, Djokovic Dominate; Vintage Cilic, Wawrinka Roll Back Clock

Thursday’s action at the 2026 Australian Open again did not deliver any major upsets on the men’s side, but the biggest stars of the day were the veterans.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22

Iva Jovic issues her hope for the Australian Open involving Novak Djokovic

Iva Jovic is enjoying a dream run at the Australian Open, next taking on top 10 player Jasmine Paolini. American sensation Jovic has already knocked her compatriot Katie Volynets and Priscilla Hon out of the Grand Slam.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 5 Women’s Recap: Two Huge Upsets

The remaining women’s second-round contests were completed on Day 5 of the Australian Open. Several American players, including defending champion Madison Keys, Amanda Anisimova, and the consistent Jessica Pegula competed.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Australian Open Day 6: Match Times for Alcaraz, Gauff, Sabalenka Revealed

The third round of the Australian Open is here, and with each passing day, the matches continue to grow in intensity and excitement. Once again, Day 6 features a duo of World No.1s in action, as Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz continue their respective quests to lift the first Major of the year.

Stan Wawrinka News / HITC / January 22

Stan Wawrinka issues three-word reaction after another Australian Open win

Stan Wawrinka has kept his final Australian Open dream alive by reaching the third round of the Grand Slam. Wawrinka received a wildcard for the Australian Open, with the 40-year-old having just started his final season on the ATP Tour.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 22

What is a career Grand Slam in tennis? All-time winners

Novak Djokovic and Maria Sharapova are the most recent tennis players to complete career Grand Slams. Check out the all-time winners list now.

Daniil Medvedev News / Tennis Infinity / January 22

Daniil Medvedev says that tennis locker room used to be 'as toxic as it could be'

Daniil Medvedev is known for being among the most open and engaging personalities in tennis, and he continued that by sharing an interesting insight from his coaches.

Sam Querrey News / HITC / January 22

How much money the Australian Open could offer for the One Point Slam next year has been reported by Sam Querrey

The One Point Slam event at the Australian Open created a huge reaction this year. Prior to the main tournament getting underway, the One Point Slam saw a total of 48 professionals, amateurs and celebrities compete over just one point, with the winner receiving $1millionAUD.

Naomi Osaka News / HITC / January 22

Naomi Osaka shares difficult injury update after Australian Open victory

Naomi Osaka secured her place in the third round of the Australian Open after defeating Sorana Cîrstea. Osaka came into the Australian Open straight from suffering from illness at the United Cup, and she has been put through her paces in Melbourne.

Jessica Pegula News / Serve on SI / January 22

Jessica Pegula Opens Up on Her Blueair Partnership

The Australian Open has kicked off, and world No. 6 Jessica Pegula has started the tournament with an emphatic 6-2, 6-1 win over Anastasia Zakharova. The American is keen to start the year off with a bang at the first slam of the year.

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Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

ATP Australian Open Best Bets Including De Minaur vs Tiafoe

Paul – Davidovich Fokina: 23.01.2026 02:30 CEST H2H: 4-0 Tommy Paul has won four of his last five matches. This week in Melbourne, Paul defeated Kovacevic in the opening round easily in straight sets.

Ben Shelton News / HITC / January 22

Ben Shelton says if he actually likes filming TikTok dances with his girlfriend Trinity Rodman

Ben Shelton has been featured more frequently on his footballer girlfriend Trinity Rodman’s social media. Shelton is one of the best tennis players in the world, and currently holds the status of being American number one.

Tennis News / HITC / January 22

Martina Navratilova points to key factor behind Daniil Medvedev’s Australian Open form

Daniil Medvedev has kept up his strong form in 2026, booking a spot in the third round of the Australian Open. The Russian came into the tournament after winning the Brisbane International, picking up his 22nd ATP title – each one from a different country.

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.

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

Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys advance to Australian Open's 3rd round

Two of the top four American women's tennis players appear headed for a showdown in the round of 16 in the Australian Open. However, No. 6 Jessica Pegula and No.

Tommy Paul News / Field Level Media / January 21

Tommy Paul among seeds advancing to Australian Open 3rd round

Three seeded men's players advanced with relative ease to the third round of the Australian Open in ideal Melbourne conditions on day four of the tournament.