34 minutes ago

Novak Djokovic Jokes About Carlos Alcaraz Copying His Serve

After seeing Alcaraz's new serve motion resembling his own, Djokovic, following his win against Pedro Martinez, joked he sent a message: "We have to speak about the copyrights." He told Alcaraz they needed to discuss "the percentage of his winnings." Novak added, "Every ace, I expect a tribute to me. Let's see if he's going to stick to the agreement."

By Tanish Chachra

about 4 hours ago

Novak Djokovic on 100th Australian Open Win: "To Be a Centurion Is Pretty Nice"

Djokovic reflected on his 100th Australian Open win after defeating Pedro Martínez on Sunday. "To be a centurion is pretty nice," he said. "History-making is a great motivation." He credited early mentors who taught him career longevity. Viewing old footage, he joked, "Wish I could bring back that body for functionality on court." The legend chases his 25th Grand Slam.

By Tanish Chachra

about 4 hours ago

Novak Djokovic Stuns with Running Forehand Winner Against Pedro Martínez

Djokovic produced a stunning running forehand winner during his first-round Australian Open match against Martínez on Sunday. The spectacular shot went viral on social media, showcasing his exceptional athleticism and shot-making ability. Djokovic went on to dominate the match 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 at Rod Laver Arena, advancing to the second round as he chases his 25th Grand Slam.

By Tanish Chachra

about 4 hours ago

Novak Djokovic Cruises Past Pedro Martínez Into Australian Open Second Round

Djokovic beat Martínez 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 in the Australian Open first round at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday, cruising into the second round. The Serbian dominated from the baseline, mixing powerful serving and precise shot-making to control rallies throughout. The commanding victory continues his strong hard-court form as he chases a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title in Melbourne.

By Tanish Chachra

about 10 hours ago

Jannik Sinner & Carlos Alcaraz Will Play All 4 Grand Slam Finals in 2026, Says Tim Herman

In 2025, the two played in three Grand Slam finals, with Sinner beating Zverev in Australia being the only exclusion. Alcaraz beat the Italian in a marathon five-setter at Roland Garros, before losing at Wimbledon a month later. Alcaraz then beat Sinner in four sets in the US Open final. Henman picked Sinner to beat Alcaraz this time in Melbourne.

By Ankit Sharma

about 12 hours ago

Daniil Medvedev Closes Out First Round Win At Aus Open With Thunderous Winner

Medvedev moves into the second round at Melbourne for the ninth consecutive year with a 7-5, 6-2, 7-6(2) victory over Jesper de Jong. The three-time AO finalist finished the match in style. At match point, he sent a blistering forehand winner past de Jong from way behind the baseline. The 2021 US Open winner will next face Quentin Halys.

By Ankit Sharma

about 12 hours ago

Coco Gauff Achieves New Milestone in First Round Win Over Kamilla Rakhimova

The 6-2, 6-3 win was Gauff's 250th win at the WTA level. At 21 years 311 days, she is the youngest to achieve the feat since Caroline Wozniacki (20 years 316 days) in 2011. Gauff also joined Venus Williams, Serena Williams, and Maria Sharapova as the fourth player after 2000 to have 75+ Grand Slam wins aged 21 or younger.

By Ankit Sharma

about 14 hours ago

Félix Auger-Aliassime Retires Against Nuno Borges in First Round at Aus Open

Auger-Aliassime retired against Nuno Borges with a leg injury after trailing Borges 6-3, 4-6, 4-6. The Canadian called a medical timeout late in the third set and again received treatment before the start of the fourth set. After playing two points in the fourth set, he gave up. "I feel for him. I hope he gets better quick," Borges said.

By Ankit Sharma

about 15 hours ago

Former Player Snubs Aryna Sabalenka, Makes Surprising Aus Open Prediction

Tim Henman predicted Amanda Anisimova to win the women's singles title. With two titles in the last three years here, not only is Sabalenka the heavy favorite to win, but Anisimova has never gone past the fourth round at Melbourne Park. Anisimova, who finished runner-up in Wimbledon and the US Open in 2025, faces Simona Waltert in the first round.

By Ankit Sharma

about 16 hours ago

Carlos Alcaraz Believes He Can Finally Improve Underwhelming Aus Open Record

Alcaraz has never gone past the QF stage, losing to Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic at this stage in the last two years. "I’m feeling this year is probably one of those years where I’ll have the chance to go further," Alcaraz said. The Spaniard beat Adam Walton 6-3, 7-6, 6-2, and will face Yannick Hanfmann in the second round.

By Ankit Sharma

about 18 hours ago

Marta Kostyuk Withdraws From AO Doubles After Torn-Ankle Ligament

Kostyuk withdrew from Australian Open doubles after scans confirmed a torn ankle ligament suffered in her first-round singles loss to Elsa Jacquemot. “Unfortunately, I injured my ankle… torn ligament was confirmed,” she posted, adding she “won’t be able to continue… in doubles with… Gabriela Ruse.” Kostyuk said Brisbane “was a great way to start the year” and will focus on recovery.

By Nischay Rathore

1 day ago

Paula Badosa Says Body ‘Responded Well’ Ahead Of Australian Open R1

Badosa said her body “has responded very well” after a “very long preseason” and some matches, but she’s monitoring her condition after past injuries. “I’m lacking a lot of competitive rhythm,” she added, saying she needs “lots of matches and hours on the court.” She opens the Australian Open against Zarina Diyas in Round 1 to build momentum in Melbourne.

By Nischay Rathore

1 day ago

Australian Open’s First Shock: Elsa Jacquemot Outlasts Marta Kostyuk

‘What a battle!’ wrote tennis reporter Jose Morgado as Jacquemot ousted No. 20 seed Kostyuk 6-7(4), 7-6(4), 7-6(10-7) in 3:31 to reach Round 2 in Melbourne. It was the tournament’s first major upset of Round 1. Kostyuk served for it in set two, then slipped hard in the third-set tiebreak, hurting her ankle and taking a medical timeout before finishing.

By Nischay Rathore

1 day ago

Elina Svitolina Embraces Gael Monfils’ ‘Final Season’ at Australian Open

After beating Cristina Bucsa 6-4, 6-1 in Melbourne, Svitolina spoke about backing Monfils in what is supposed to be his final season. “We enjoy a lot, supporting each other in every single tournament,” she said. “This year is gonna be very unique… From my side, I just have to be there for him… happy to share the journey,” as he winds down.

By Nischay Rathore

1 day ago

Marketa Vondrousova Withdraws From Australian Open With a Message

Vondrousova withdrew from the Australian Open citing “ongoing shoulder issues,” ending her scheduled first-round meeting with Hailey Baptiste. “After everything I’ve been dealing with, I need to prioritize my health,” she wrote on Instagram, adding, “Thank you all for your understanding and support.” Tournament officials will slot a replacement into Baptiste’s draw spot. She said the decision “wasn’t easy” either.

By Nischay Rathore

1 day ago

Emma Raducanu Questions Australian Open Late-Night Scheduling

Raducanu pushed back on Australian Open scheduling that slots women after potential five-set men’s matches. “It’s very difficult… it doesn’t really make as much sense,” she said, calling the late start a challenge. She’s trying to “shift” her routine and practice around it, noting she’s only faced something similar once, at the 2021 US Open.

By Nischay Rathore

2 days ago

Novak Djokovic Says Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz ‘On A Different Level’

At Australian Open media day, Djokovic conceded Sinner and Alcaraz are “playing on a different level… That’s a fact,” but insisted the gap isn’t fatal. “When I’m healthy… I feel like I can beat anybody,” he said, citing his quarterfinal win over Alcaraz last year. “That doesn’t mean nobody else has a chance. I like my chances always.”

By Nischay Rathore

2 days ago

Novak Djokovic Admits Adelaide ‘Setback’ Before Australian Open

Djokovic said a “little setback” forced him to skip Adelaide, explaining he now needs “more time to rebuild” and “recover” after ending his season in early November. “Physically… it’s been going on very well so far here,” he added, conceding “every day there’s something here and there.” The 24-time major winner returns chasing a record 25th Slam in Melbourne.

By Nischay Rathore

2 days ago

Mirra Andreeva Thanks Herself Again After Adelaide International Title

Andreeva kept her quirky champion’s-speech habit after beating Mboko in the Adelaide International final. “Thanks to me,” she laughed, then added she was “brave” and “fighting till the very last point.” She even wore a Nike jacket reading “I want to thank myself.” After weeks of hard practices, she heads to Melbourne for the Australian Open next.

By Nischay Rathore

3 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz Explains Juan Carlos Ferrero Split Ahead of AO 2026

Alcaraz said Ferrero’s split was “mutual” and “internal,” stressing his camp stayed intact for Melbourne. “We made that decision together,” he told Australian Open Press. “There are chapters that need to be closed.” He added, “We are still friends,” and insisted routines “weren't really any changes,” with “practically the same team” starting the tournament after seven years with him.

By Nischay Rathore

3 days ago

Roger Federer Returns To Rod Laver Arena For Practice With Casper Ruud

Back in Melbourne for an exhibition, the six-time Australian Open champ hit Rod Laver Arena on Friday, his first session there since 2020, to practice with Ruud. A vintage moment: Federer drilled a backhand return winner down the line, leaving Ruud stranded. Retired since 2022, he’ll play Saturday’s Opening Ceremony card alongside Andre Agassi, Patrick Rafter and Lleyton Hewitt.

By Nischay Rathore

4 days ago

Roger Federer Tells Joao Fonseca: ‘Don’t Settle For Third’

Federer praised Fonseca’s power and “special aura,” urging bigger ambition: “I hope his mindset isn’t to be the third guy behind Carlos and Jannik, but to become the best.” He said the youngster “reminds me of myself,” but needs time to learn when to change rhythm. “Once he figures that out, the sky is the limit in the long run.”

By Nischay Rathore

4 days ago

Roger Federer Sees His Own Style In Carlos Alcaraz

Federer said watching Alcaraz made him “feel like there’s more similarities” in when they “hit a drop shot” or “come to the net,” because they like to play “on our terms.” He added he can “put myself more into Carlos’s mindset and skin.” After seeing Sinner-Dimitrov, Federer said, “Now I understand how I’d probably play Jannik” for a matchup.

By Nischay Rathore

4 days ago

Novak Djokovic’s Melbourne Prep Hit by Neck Scare Before Australian Open

Djokovic arrived in Melbourne chasing a record 25th Grand Slam and an 11th Australian Open title. But his build-up wobbled in practice. He lost a set 7-5 to Medvedev on Wednesday, then stopped a later session after just 12 minutes. The 38-year-old received physio assistance on his neck and struggled to serve with the Australian Open starting in four days.

By Nischay Rathore

5 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner Rewire Games in Melbourne Practices

In Melbourne’s Rod Laver sessions, Alcaraz trained without Juan Carlos Ferrero after their December split, promoting Samuel Lopez. He’s targeting a bigger serve and more net rushes: “I need to add new weapons to stay ahead.” Sinner kept Darren Cahill and Simone Vagnozzi, admitting he was “too predictable,” and adding drop shots and slices for AO 2026.

By Nischay Rathore

Never miss an update! Download our app now.