Tennis.com InterviewKarolina Pliskova navigates uncertain future after injury odyssey, Australian Open comebackThe former world No. 1 missed nearly all of the 2025 season after undergoing two surgeries on her left ankle.Read More
Janice Tjen speaks softly, carries big slice to make history again for Indonesia at Australian OpenThe former Pepperdine University player became the first from her country to win a main-draw match in Melbourne since Yayuk Basuki in 1998.
Madison Keys makes winning Australian Open return, but Oleksandra Oliynykova steals the showThe tattooed Ukrainian led the defending champion 4-0 in the first set, and had two set points, before Keys rallied 7-6(6), 6-1.
Coco Gauff’s custom Australian Open kit is finally available to shopThe world No. 3 debuted her New Balance look in Melbourne, and fans can now buy a version of her on-court style.
Casper Ruud has ringer "on all hours of the day" for pregnant wife's call to leave AO, hurry homeThe No. 12 seed gave an update on impending fatherhood, noting his phone is only off in Melbourne while playing matches.
Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz, the top two U.S. men, have high expectations in Australia, and in 2026On Tuesday, Shelton faces an in-form Ugo Humbert, while Fritz looks to put a stuttering start to the season behind him.
Absent from Melbourne, Bianca Andreescu wins first title—an ITF W35—since 2019 US OpenThe 25-year-old triumphed in Bradenton to kick off a planned three-event stretch in the Sunshine State.
Stan Wawrinka shows power of converting nerves to confidence in winning start at final Australian OpenThe 40-year-old delivered on his wild card opportunity by overcoming Laslo Djere from a set down Monday.
Novak Djokovic just became the first tennis player to win 100 matches at three different Grand SlamsHe had already reached that milestone at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, and he just did it at the Australian Open.
Sorry, haters: Iga Swiatek still stans Taylor Swift’s “Life of a Showgirl” at Australian OpenThe polarizing album gets two thumbs up from the former world No. 1.
Ajla Tomljanovic—the last player to beat Serena—welcomes potential Williams comebackThe Aussie won the final match of Williams’ career at the 2022 US Open, but the 23-time Grand Slam champion fueled rumors of a return by re-entering the anti-doping pool.
Australian OpenAlycia Parks navigates “difficult” atmosphere vs. Alexandra Eala at Australian OpenThe American admitted the standing-room only Court 6 crowd of Filipino fans took some getting used to before winning in three sets.Read More
Unbothered—or eternal optimist—Daniil Medvedev looks towards the future at Australian OpenBack on track in Melbourne, the former world No. 1 isn’t over-analyzing his 2025 slump after a strong start to the season.
Physically and philanthropically, Tommy Paul hits the ground running at 2026 Australian OpenThe American discussed his new foundation and what it took to rebuild his body after a grueling 2025 season.
Cramps force Félix Auger-Aliassime out of 2026 Australian Open first roundThe Canadian trailed Nuno Borges by two sets to one when he retired from the match on Monday.
Marta Kostyuk confirms she tore an ankle ligament in dramatic Australian Open lossKostyuk failed to convert a match point in the second set against Elsa Jacquemot before losing in three tiebreaks.
Five things to watch for on AO Day 2: Gauff goes through the motion, Djokovic drives for 25Elsewhere, Anisimova tries not to slow her roll, Eala gathers her army and Andreeva takes a test.
Watch: Zeynep Sonmez aids ill ball girl during milestone Australian Open victory"It was just my instinct to help her," said the Turkish qualifier, who upset No. 11 seed Ekaterina Alexandrova in three sets.
"Nobody cares": Anastasia Potapova shrugs off copying Daria Kasatkina's nationality switch statementThe 24-year-old stormed back from 6-3, 5-1 down to win her Grand Slam debut representing Austria on Day 1 of the Australian Open.
"NCAAs definitely prepared me": Michael Zheng ousts Korda in AO five-setter for first major winThe milestone moment also marked the Columbia University star's tour-level debut.
Venus Williams relishes “relearning” the game despite Australian Open lossThe former world No. 1, 45, was in good spirits after coming within two games of upsetting Olga Danilovic on Sunday.
Carlos Alcaraz is now 20-0 in first-round matches at Grand Slams after opening win at Australian OpenThe world No. 1 stayed perfect in opening matches at majors with a straight-set win over Aussie Adam Walton on Sunday.
Style PointsOutfit of the Day: Frances Tiafoe pays tribute to Sierra Leone with Lululemon kit at Australian OpenThe American, whose parents both emigrated from Sierra Leone, took pride in sartorially representing his roots through a decisive first-round win in MelbourneRead More
Aryna Sabalenka talks jewelry collab, selfies with Rod Laver, Roger Federer at Australian OpenThe world No. 1 was quick to press after a tricky opener against French wild card Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah.
Maria Sakkari nails Shot of the Year contender in Australian Open first round winIronically, the former No. 3 discussed improving her shot selection with coach Tom Hill over the off-season.
Alex de Minaur leads Wilson’s all-in tennis push with expanded 360 athlete rosterWilson has signed six new head-to-toe athletes, including Karen Khachanova, Jiri Lehecka and Anastasia Potapova.
Andre Agassi teases documentary ahead of 2026 Australian Open returnThe former world No. 1 was on hand to celebrate the inaugural Opening Ceremony alongside Roger Federer on Saturday.
Australian Open Expert Picks: Who will win the first Grand Slam of 2026?Former champion Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are tagged as heavy favorites, but which dark horse challengers might upset the apple cart?
PHOTOS: Roger Federer lights up inaugural AO Ceremony, partners Andre Agassi & Ash BartyAmong those courtside to see the six-time winner were his parents and Novak Djokovic.
Mirra Andreeva dons “I would like to thank myself” sweatshirt after Adelaide titleAndreeva revealed Nike gave her the sweatshirt last spring after her back-to-back wins in Dubai and Indian Wells.
Novak Djokovic hopes to face Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner at 2026 Australian OpenThe former No. 1 is eager to test himself against the world’s Top 2 players at a major tournament he’s won 10 times.
Daria Kasatkina is “giving ‘no worries’ a crack” in first Australian Open as Aussie citizen“This calm way of thinking, it's actually something I'm missing,” Kasatkina told the press.
Jessica Pegula aims to expand “Player’s Box podcast,” talks Aryna Sabalenka rivalry at AOPegula launched the podcast with good friends Madison Keys, Jennifer Brady, and Desirae Krawczyk during last year’s US Open.
Venus Williams talks Palm Beach wedding to Andrea Preti before Australian Open returnBack in Melbourne for the first time since 2021, the former world No. 1 opined on celebration and commitment ahead of her first round on Sunday.
Back to Blonde: Amanda Anisimova heads to Australian Open high on confidenceThe American hopes her hair color is the only change we’ll see after a breakout 2025 season.
Aryna Sabalenka named first tennis ambassador for Emirates AirlinesTo celebrate, Sabalenka helped unveil a Grand Slam-branded Emirates A380 Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open at Melbourne Airport.
Eliot Spizzirri achieved something “amazing” last year. How much further can he go?Playing his first Australian Open main draw, the 24-year-old American gets a familiar challenge right away: Joao Fonseca.
Preview: Mirra Andreeva debates dessert or Netflix ahead of "very entertaining" Adelaide final with Victoria MbokoThe pair of teenagers face off for the first time since their junior days.
“It’s not a joke”: Iga Swiatek shuts down reporter for spoiling Australian Open draw“I want to be surprised after every match,” insisted the former world No. 1 as she aims to complete a Career Grand Slam in Melbourne.
Coco Gauff is Team Ilya Rozanov after "Heated Rivalry" binge at Australian OpenThe American has been recommending the spicy hockey romance to everyone on tour—and her mom!—since touching down in Melbourne.
No, Madison Keys won’t take sides on the latest season of Real Housewives of Salt Lake CityThe defending champion caught up on the popular reality TV series over the off-season.
Aryna Sabalenka is too busy to start a book clubThough she sought inspiration from reading last summer, the world No. 1’s whirlwind off-season has kept her from making headway in her TBR list.
Carlos Alcaraz talks new serve motion, Novak Djokovic similarities at 2026 Australian Open“I make changes all the time,” smiled the Spaniard in his first major outing since his split from coach Juan Carlos Ferrero.