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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.

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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.

Roger Federer News / ESPN / January 15

Federer understands Alcaraz's 'tough' Slam chase

Roger Federer says he won't be the one to remind Carlos Alcaraz about how hard it is to complete a career Grand Slam.

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

Giron beats rain, Shelton must wait in Auckland

Top-seeded Ben Shelton was a set down to seventh-seeded Sebastian Baez when their quarterfinal at the ASB Classic was suspended because of rain. The first quarterfinal won by Marcos Giron took more than seven hours because of repeated rain breaks.

Jannik Sinner News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

Countdown to the Australian Open: Jannik Sinner Aims to Make History

The Australian Open countdown is officially on, and to prepare you for the first major of the year, we’re breaking down the stakes for each of the top players.

Alex de Minaur News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

Countdown to Australian Open: Is This Finally Alex De Minaur’s Moment in Melbourne?

If there was ever a time for Alex de Minaur to prove he belongs in the elite conversation, it’s now. The Australian had been hovering around the top twenty for years, occasionally breaking into the top ten but never truly establishing himself there.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 15

Keys falls in Adelaide ahead of Aussie defense

Madison Keys lost in the Adelaide International quarterfinals to rising Canadian talent Victoria Mboko on Thursday, less than a week away from the start of her Australian Open title defense.

Roger Federer News / BBC Sport / January 15

Federer backs Alcaraz to complete career Slam in Melbourne

Roger Federer says he hopes Carlos Alcaraz can win the upcoming Australian Open and become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam.

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 15

Venus Williams, Coco Gauff in line for 2nd-round Australian Open clash

American superstars young and old could clash in the second round of the Australian Open after the draw was made Thursday in Melbourne. Coco Gauff, 21, and Venus Williams, 45, were set on a collision course.

Tennis News / BBC Sport / January 15

Raducanu given potential Sabalenka obstacle in Melbourne

Emma Raducanu is handed a potential third-round match against world number one Aryna Sabalenka at the Australian Open.

Tennis News / ESPN / January 15

Coco, Venus could meet early at Australian Open

Coco Gauff and Venus Williams could meet in the second round of the Australian Open, more than six years after they first played each other in a major.

Emma Navarro News / Serve on SI / January 14

Emma Navarro Leaves FILA for Rival Brand

The beginning of every tennis season sees movement among players and their sponsorships. American star Emma Navarro is the latest player to shake up her apparel and footwear.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

ATP Auckland Best Bets Including Mpetshi Perricard vs Mensik

Shelton – Baez: 15.01.2026 01:00 CEST H2H: 1-0 Ben Shelton has lost three of his last five matches. This week in Auckland, in his opening match of the season, Shelton defeated Comesana in straight sets.

Emma Raducanu News / Field Level Media / January 14

WTA roundup: Emma Raducanu rallies in Hobart

Completing a first-round match that lasted two days, No. 1 seed Emma Raducanu earned a 6-3, 7-6 (2) victory against Colombian Camila Osorio on Wednesday at the Hobart International in Australia.

Tommy Paul News / Field Level Media / January 14

ATP roundup: Tommy Paul secures 1st win in 4 months

No. 2 seed Tommy Paul earned his first tour-level victory in four months with a 6-4, 6-4 defeat of compatriot Reilly Opelka on Wednesday at the Adelaide International in Australia.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 13

ATP roundup: Aleksandar Vukic pulls upset in Adelaide

Australian qualifier Aleksandar Vukic thrilled the home crowd Tuesday with a 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5) upset of No. 7 seed Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece in the first round of the Adelaide International.

Venus Williams News / Field Level Media / January 13

WTA roundup: Venus Williams falls in Aussie Open tuneup

Sixth-seeded Tatjana Maria recorded a 6-4, 6-3 win over Venus Williams in the first round at the Hobart International in Australia on Tuesday. Maria, 38, took advantage of five double faults by Williams, 45, to win the match in 87 minutes.

Tennis News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / January 13

What Venus Williams’ opponent said about beating her in historic matchup

A first-round loss by Venus Williams’ Tuesday in Australia carried noteworthiness beyond its outcome, as the match set a WTA age record. Williams, 45, fell 6-4, 6-3 to Germany’s Tatjana Maria, 38, in the first round of the Hobart International, a leadup event to the Australian Open.

Milos Raonic News / Field Level Media / January 12

Former World No. 3 Milos Raonic retires at 35

Former World No. 3 Milos Raonic of Canada announced his retirement from the ATP Tour on Monday. The eight-time tournament winner, who turned 35 in December, earned more than $20 million in prize money.