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'How I Would Play Against Jannik': Roger Federer Discusses Sinner Matchup Ahead of Australian Open Return

Roger Federer is back. Well, sort of. For the first time since his semifinal loss to Novak Djokovic in 2020, the 20-time Major champion will return to the Australian Open this year, more than three years removed from retirement, to take part in a “Battle of World No.1’s” event during the first-ever Australian Open main draw opening ceremony.

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Jack Draper set for ATP return as first tournament after injury is named

Jack Draper’s 2025 season has been put on hold for over half a year due to a left arm injury. The left-hander, who climbed as high as world number four after his Indian Wells title run, has been out of action for seven months.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15

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.

Jannik Sinner News / Serve on SI / January 15

Jannik Sinner's Australian Open Draw is Too Easy

Australian Open tournament organizers unveiled the men's and women's singles draw this morning, and it gave the sport plenty to discuss. Media members and fans alike scoured the brackets to map out potential paths to the finals for players.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

WTA Adelaide Semifinal Predictions Including Mirra Andreeva vs Diana Shnaider

With just days remaining before the Australian Open, four women will vie to reach the WTA Adelaide International final. Among them is World No. 8 Mirra Andreeva, who is seeking her fourth career title.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

ATP Adelaide Semifinal Predictions Including Tommy Paul vs Tomas Machac

The ATP 250 in Adelaide has reached the semifinal stage, and a new name will be etched on the trophy. Only one of the four men in that conversation has never lifted an ATP title.

Iva Jovic News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

WTA Hobart Semifinal Predictions Including Iva Jovic vs Taylah Preston

Only one seed remains by the semifinal stage at the WTA 250 Hobart International, as American Iva Jovic will look to navigate past fellow young competitors on her path to a second WTA Tour title.

Coco Gauff News / HITC / January 15

Coco Gauff sends message to amateur who won $1million at the Australian Open after meeting him

Coco Gauff has caught up with the amateur tennis player who stunned the world at the Australian Open. The Australian Open main draw gets underway on Sunday, January 18, but there are still exhibition events taking place in fan week.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15

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.

Coco Gauff News / Serve on SI / January 15

Coco Gauff Dealt Brutal 2026 Australian Open Draw

Earlier this morning, tournament organizers for the Australian Open unveiled the men's and women's singles draw. Tennis fans quickly poured over the brackets to chart out potential paths to the finals for their favorite players.

Joao Fonseca News / HITC / January 15

Joao Fonseca to defend Argentina Open title as entry is confirmed

Joao Fonseca’s 2025 campaign was one of the most impressive rises seen on the ATP Tour in recent years. The Brazilian caught the world’s attention during his Grand Slam debut at the Australian Open, where he knocked out ninth seed Andrey Rublev in straight sets.

Tennis News / HITC / January 15

Danielle Collins flags ‘debilitating’ concern for Novak Djokovic ahead of Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has had a rough lead-in to this year’s Australian Open, with his preparations far from straightforward. The Serbian star has not played a competitive match since November, and just as he was beginning to ramp up his training for Melbourne, things went sideways.

Lorenzo Musetti News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

Countdown to Australian Open: Can Lorenzo Musetti Take the Next Step in Melbourne?

Lorenzo Musetti is no stranger to Grand Slam semi-finals. He made one at Wimbledon, of all places, which was genuinely surprising considering his reputation coming up through the ranks was built almost entirely on clay court prowess.

Tennis News / HITC / January 15

Roger Federer shares his view on Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner’s rivalry after hitting with them

Australian Open could see Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner clash once again Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner might not have to wait long to reignite their rivalry, with another showdown in Australia potentially looming.

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Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 15

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic Learn Their Australian Open 2026 Draw

The Australian Open draw for 2026 has officially dropped, and let’s just say the tennis gods have woken up and chosen violence. We aren’t getting a gentle ease into the season; we are getting thrown straight into the fire.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 15

Emma Raducanu’s Australian Open Nightmare: Can She Survive the Aryna Sabalenka Collision Course?

If Emma Raducanu was hoping for a gentle ease into the 2026 season, the tennis gods had other plans. The draw for the Australian Open has just dropped, and to say it’s “tricky” would be the understatement of the year.

Emma Raducanu News / HITC / January 15

Emma Raducanu’s participation in major British event confirmed

Emma Raducanu’s run at the Hobart International came to an early end on Thursday, with Taylah Preston knocking her out of the tournament. Raducanu was the top seed in Tasmania and seen by many as a strong contender to lift her first trophy since winning the 2021 US Open.

Novak Djokovic News / HITC / January 15

Novak Djokovic shares his thoughts on the Australian Open’s One-Point Slam in Melbourne

Novak Djokovic is stepping up his preparations for the Australian Open, taking on Frances Tiafoe in a Melbourne exhibition match. The Serbian came away with a 6-3, 6-4 victory, which was a positive response after he pulled out of a practice session with Daniil Medvedev over concerns about his wrist.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 15