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• Novak Djokovic shows evolution is his greatest weapon - Beating time, not biology

  22-01-2026 10:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic is through to the Australian Open third round for the 19th straight time!While playing well, the veteran discussed his movement, admitting he lost some of his raw explosiveness that defined his peak years.MAESTRELLI INCANTA ANCHE NOLE 🎩👏🏻L’Azzurro esce a testa alta contro Djokovic! Bellissima questa palla corta con il taglio sotto: anche il serbo applaude 💙#EurosportTennis #Djokovic #AusOpen #AO2026 pic.twitter.com/BIQu9R0ixI— Eurosport
  
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• Australian Open: USA's Amanda Anisimova, Madison Keys, Jessica Pegule reach 3R

  22-01-2026 09:37 via tennisworldusa.org
  Amanda Anisimova and Madison Keys have been through to the Australian Open third round after registering straight-set wins on Thursday.Anisimova, seeded at No. 4, defeated 45th-ranked Katerina Siniakova 6-1 6-4 after hitting 31 winners and converting four of her 14 break points.On paper, Anisimova clinched a routine win. However, it definitely wasn't the cleanest of performances for the No. 4 seed, who sprayed eight double faults and allowed her rival 13 break points. Fortunately for the America
  
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• Follow live: Novak Djokovic breezes into third round, Naomi Osaka's latest walk out fit

  22-01-2026 09:22 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic is closing in on another record as Jannik Sinner also headlines a bumper day at the Australian Open which sees the combustible Nick Kyrgios makes his first appearances of the tournament at Melbourne Park. Here's our Day 5 live blog.
  
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• Australian Open: Aggressive Iga Swiatek wins, sets up 3R meeting vs No. 31 seed

  22-01-2026 09:19 via tennisworldusa.org
  Iga Swiatek looked sharper on the court today and that resulted in a routine 6-2 6-3 win over Marie Bouzkova in the Australian Open second round.Right out the gate, the No. 2 seed claimed a break and went 2-0 up. While the 44th-ranked Czech managed to get the break back instantly, the six-time Grand Slam champion remained unfazed as she earned two more breaks in the fourth and eighth games to bag the first set.After losing the first set, Bouzkova bounced back at the start of the second set with
  
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• Can Norrie crack Zverev code to extend Australian Open run?

  22-01-2026 09:11 via skysports.com
  
  Cameron Norrie is hoping seventh time's a charm when he takes on Alexander Zverev in the third round of the Australian Open.
  
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• Ben Shelton serves his way past Dane Sweeny at the Australian Open

  22-01-2026 09:10 via tennisworldusa.org
  Last year's semi-finalist Ben Shelton is through to the last 32 at the Australian Open.World no. 7 faced Dane Sweeny in the second round and provided a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory in an hour and 42 minutes.Cold. Clinical. Commanding.Ben Shelton is through to the third round 6-3 6-2 6-2 👏@wwos • @espn • @tntsports • @wowowtennis • #AO26 pic.twitter.com/Vax7Y2mVfW— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2026The American landed 19 aces and dropped nine points in his game
  
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• Valentin Vacherot writes Monegasque tennis history at the Australian Open

  22-01-2026 08:40 via tennisworldusa.org
  Valentin Vacherot is through to the third round at the Australian Open after beating Rinky Hijikata 6-1, 6-3, 4-6, 6-2.The Shanghai Masters champion wrote another page of Monegasque tennis history at Kia Arena.In his debut at the #AusOpen , Valentin Vacherot finds himself in third round!He defeats Hijikata 6-1 6-3 4-6 6-2 with all moves on display 🕺#AO26 pic.twitter.com/ykjohlcTEy— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2026Valentin sealed the deal in two hours and 28 minutes, beco
  
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• Follow live: Novak Djokovic one win away from astonishing new tennis record

  22-01-2026 07:35 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic is closing in on another record as Jannik Sinner also headlines a bumper day at the Australian Open which sees the combustible Nick Kyrgios makes his first appearances of the tournament at Melbourne Park. Here's our Day 5 live blog.
  
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• Djokovic's 399th Grand Slam match win propels him into Australian Open third round

  22-01-2026 07:30 via skysports.com
  
  Novak Djokovic's 399th Grand Slam match win over Italian qualifier Francesco ​Maestrelli propelled him into the Australian Open third round.
  
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• Djokovic breezes to 399th Grand Slam match win

  22-01-2026 07:27 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic rolled into the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 win that moved him one shy of becoming the first player to reach 400 wins in Grand Slam singles matches.
  
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• Novak Djokovic eases past Francesco Maestrelli, advances in Melbourne

  22-01-2026 07:12 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic will compete in the Australian Open third round for the 19th time from 21 trips to Melbourne.The Serb faced Francesco Maestrelli in the second round and earned a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory in two hours and 15 minutes.Another AO third round for Nole 👏He drops just seven games on his way to a straight sets win@wwos • @espn • @tntsports • @wowowtennis • #AO26 pic.twitter.com/iPO3g5aUaR— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2026Novak did not play as well
  
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• Elina Svitolina reveals role she plans for husband Gael Monfils after his retirement

  22-01-2026 05:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  Elina Svitolina admitted she was "very sad" after Gael Monfils concluded his last Australian Open campaign and funnily said that the Frenchman would have "a husband" role in her team in retirement.In late 2025, Monfils announced that he would end his pro tennis journey after the 2026 season. That means that Svitolina and the 39-year-old Frenchman - who tied the knot in 2021 - are both traveling together as active players for the last time this season.After concluding his Auckland farewell with a
  
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• Andy Roddick flabbergasted by Felix Auger-Aliassime AO 1R exit: Really weird outlier

  22-01-2026 04:11 via tennisworldusa.org
  Andy Roddick can't wrap his head around how a Felix Auger-Aliassime Australian Open first-round exit happened as it just doesn't make sense to the 2003 US Open champion.The world No. 8, who was one of the best players in the last three months of the 2025 season, made a positive start to his Happy Slam campaign after taking the first set with a 6-3 scoreline against Nuno Borges.But then, everything went downhill abruptly for Auger-Aliassime. Firstly, the No. 7 seed started to deal with cramps - B
  
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• Six italians at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic

  22-01-2026 03:54 via tennisworldusa.org
  The DP World Tour remains in Dubai, where the first of five Rolex Series events of the season, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic (January 22-25), will be played on the Emirates Golf Club course. Six Italians will be competing in the second of four consecutive events held in the United Arab Emirates: Francesco Molinari, Guido Migliozzi, Matteo Manassero, Francesco Laporta, Andrea Pavan, and Renato Paratore.Dubai, scheduleIn the 37th edition of the tournament, the defending champion is Englishman Tyrr
  
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• Keys, Pegula advance in all-American matchups

  22-01-2026 03:54 via espn.com
  In a pair of matches between American women, defending champion Madison Keys survived a challenge from Ashlyn Krueger and Jessica Pegula defeated McCartney Kessler.
  
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• Dustin Johnson says Brooks Koepka’s exit won’t hurt LIV Golf

  22-01-2026 03:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Golf fans, experts and analysts expect the departure of Brooks Koepka to deeply shake LIV Golf and cause additional problems for the controversial league. The 36-year-old decided to leave the Saudi-backed Tour dissatisfied with the treatment, but also with the desire to return to the PGA Tour, a more prestigious tour where he used to be a key player. Having achieved his dream, Brooks Koepka will now have a chance to play at the Farmers Insurance Open, and it will be interesting to see
  
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• Follow live: Medvedev, Rublev weigh in on Russia ban debate, Novak Djokovic back in action

  22-01-2026 03:13 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner headline a bumper day five at the Australian Open, while the combustible Nick Kyrgios makes his first appearances of the tournament at Melbourne Park. Here's our Day 5 live blog.
  
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• Slam legend blasts Emma Raducanu's display in Australian Open 2R loss

  22-01-2026 03:05 via tennisworldusa.org
  Former six-time Grand Slam doubles champion Rennae Stubbs thought that Emma Raducanu looked "very subdued, quiet and passive" during a surprise Australian Open second-round loss.After landing a seeding for this year's Happy Slam and making it past the first round in straight sets, the 28th-seeded Briton exited in round two after world No. 55 Anastasia Potapova handed her a 7-6 (3) 6-3 loss.Early in the match, both players struggled to hold their serve but Raducanu led 5-3 through the opening eig
  
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• Tyrell Hatton responds to McIlroy’s comments on Ryder Cup fines

  22-01-2026 02:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rory McIlroy is known for his controversial statements and often says what he really means. The Northern Irish golfer hit out at Jon Rahm and Tyrell Hatton regarding their DP World Tour fines ahead of the start of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. The popular LIV duo must pay fines if they want to play in the Ryder Cup.The 36-year-old emphasizes that every organization has its own rules that must be followed, stressing that the people who joined LIV Golf knew what they were agreeing to. H
  
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• Naomi Osaka admits she is 'a little strange' after viral Australian Open outfit

  22-01-2026 02:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Naomi Osaka admits she may be "a little strange," but adds that she will doing whatever she finds joyful.On Tuesday, Osaka made a viral entrance to Rod Laver Arena after rocking a jellyfish-inspired outfit. The Japanese also carried a white parasol, which was accompanied by a wide-brimmed hat and gauzy veil.To no one's surprise, the entrance drew lots of attention and quickly started making rounds on social media. And truth be told, it was a very creative outfit and way to enter one of the bigge
  
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• Follow live: Latest Russian players weigh in on ban debate, Novak Djokovic back in action

  22-01-2026 01:35 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner headline a bumper day five at the Australian Open, while the combustible Nick Kyrgios makes his first appearances of the tournament at Melbourne Park. Here's our Day 5 live blog.
  
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• Lauri Ruuska takes Egypt title, Zemmer third

  22-01-2026 00:52 via tennisworldusa.org
  Finland's Lauri Ruuska secured his first title on the MENA Golf Tour at the Egypt Golf Series New Giza Golf Club, the first of four consecutive events scheduled in Egypt. He finished with a 202 (70-70-62, -14), narrowly edging out Englishman Charlie Crockett, who finished second with a 203 (-13).Lauri Ruuska, resultsOn the par-72 New Giza Golf Club course in Giza, Aron Zemmer put in strong performances, third with a 204 (66-70-68, -12), and Ludovico Addabbo, seventh with a 206 (68-66-73, -9). Bo
  
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• John McEnroe's claim about how players in locker room feel about Novak Djokovic

  22-01-2026 00:50 via tennisworldusa.org
  John McEnroe thinks the locker room "loves" Novak Djokovic and absolutely believes that the Serb has deserved to enjoy what has been left of his tennis career. For many years, Djokovic would return to the Australian Open as the top favorite alongside Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. And he would regularly deliver - winning a record of 10 titles at Melbourne Park between 2008 and 2023. While Federer and Nadal are no longer around, Djokovic now faces a different challenge - Carlos Alcaraz
  
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• Follow live: Novak Djokovic continues quest for 25th major, Nick Kyrgios makes long awaited return

  22-01-2026 00:28 via espn.com
  Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner headline a bumper day five at the Australian Open, while the combustible Nick Kyrgios makes his first appearances of the tournament at Melbourne Park. Here's our Day 5 live blog.
  
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• Elina Svitolina gets real on mental break from tennis after amid 7-0 start in 2026

  21-01-2026 23:55 via tennisworldusa.org
  Elina Svitolina says taking a break from tennis to mentally recover is already paying off as the Ukrainian now feels "more refreshed" on the court.After losing in the US Open first round - which at the time was her third consecutive defeat - the world No. 12 only played in the Billie Jean King Cup in mid-September before shutting down her 2025 season. At the time, the 31-year-old revealed that she was "not in the right emotional space to compete."Since returning to tennis at the start of 2026, S
  
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas on the ego issue in the ATP Tour locker room

  21-01-2026 23:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Stefanos Tsitsipas started his run at the Australian Open in a remarkable way by defeating Japanese player Shintaro Mochizuki in the first match. The next opponent of the Greek tennis player will be Tomas Machac, and there is no doubt that Tsitsipas is extremely motivated to achieve success in this tournament.The press conference after the match allowed the media to ask interesting questions. The 26-year-old tennis player was asked if he had ever encountered awkward situations in the ATP To
  
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• Rory McIlroy outlines next three milestones after completing Grand Slam

  21-01-2026 22:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rory McIlroy is the golfer who attracts the most attention year after year. The 36-year-old does extraordinary things every year, and his successes in 2025 will go down in golden letters. The Northern Irish golfer has been searching for years to win the Masters and complete the career Grand Slam, but without success. Every year he faced strong pressure from the media and fans and often succumbed to this pressure.However, when he appeared at Augusta National last year, Rory ha
  
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• Andy Roddick compares his own retirement to Wawrinka’s thoughtful farewell journey

  21-01-2026 22:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Stan Wawrinka, a great 40-year-old Swiss tennis player, announced that this year will be his last in his great career."Every book has an end, and mine is to write my last chapter next year," Wawrinka said, adding that this season he wants to test the limits to which he can go in these years, but also to end his great career in a positive way.I have always enjoyed tennis, and I still enjoy it. I still have certain dreams related to tennis," Wawrinka said.During his career, Wawrinka won 16 ATP tou
  
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• Graeme McDowell says PGA Tour is perilous compared to LIV for young talent

  21-01-2026 21:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  The situation on the golf scene is very complicated and most people wonder how long this kind of chaos will last. Golfers who, until recently, played together on the PGA Tour are now great rivals. The situation is not promising at all.Golf fans question why some of the young golfers decide to join LIV Golf, even though playing on that tour does not allow them to play in the majors. In addition, fans also emphasize that going to LIV Golf brings significantly less attention, and in this way y
  
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• Jannik Sinner highlights ongoing struggle with key shot following Melbourne win

  21-01-2026 21:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner is a player from whom much was expected at this year's Australian Open, and his start and match against Hugo Gaston once again showed all the superiority of the Italian. The next challenge for Sinner will be James Duckworth.Sinner takes every opponent seriously and is aware that he must be maximally focused.Jannik Sinner has made changes to his serve, and in an interview with the media he emphasized that he has worked a lot on it, wanting to improve this aspect of his game.&nb
  
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• Alexander Zverev is managing his level at the Australian Open

  21-01-2026 20:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Alexander Zverev has to handle considerable pressure in this edition of the Australian Open.The world No.3 is not only chasing his goal of winning a Grand Slam title to finally break this curse, but he also has to defend the final he reached at Melbourne Park last year.The German ace had played an excellent tournament in the last edition, reaching the last act against former world number 1 Jannik Sinner. Sascha thought he was ready to finally lift the trophy in a Major, but the Italian champion
  
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• American star Taylor Fritz calls out issues in tennis season

  21-01-2026 20:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Taylor Fritz is always an interesting tennis figure, and his start at the Australian Open is promising. Fritz defeated Valentin Royer in the first round, and already in the next round Vit Kopriva is waiting for him.The American tennis player has strong ambitions, hoping that this time he will go beyond the quarterfinals and possibly try to reach the finals and even win the trophy. Fritz has been facing problems, as knee tendinitis kept him away from the tennis courts last year. There i
  
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• Experts' picks: Who will win in Melbourne?

  21-01-2026 19:58 via espn.com
  Madison Keys and Jannik Sinner are the defending champs -- can either win again?
  
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• Former ATP ace discusses Samuel Lopez's impact on Carlos Alcaraz

  21-01-2026 19:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the third round of the Australian Open without losing a single set.The world No.1 lived up to the prediction against both local idol Adam Walton and German ace Yannick Hanfmann, but it is fair to point out that he had to work a little harder than expected against both.In his first two matches at Melbourne Park, the 22-year-old Spaniard had to play two tiebreaks and his level was slightly below expectations. Some speculate that the star from Murcia is suffering a bit
  
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• Former ATP No.1 praises Novak Djokovic: 'It’s ridiculous'

  21-01-2026 18:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic had a very brilliant debut at the 2026 Australian Open and fans were thrilled.The Serbian legend was the clear favorite against Spanish ace Pedro Martinez, but there were some doubts about the shape of Nole who had missed the Adelaide ATP 250 and had interrupted a practice session due to a neck discomfort a few days before the start of the Happy Slam.Novak's first match at Melbourne Park demonstrated the extraordinary feeling between him and this tournament once again, pending fur
  
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• Aryna Sabalenka reacts to Osaka’s bold fashion choice at Australian Open

  21-01-2026 18:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  At the Australian Open in 2026, the four-time Grand Slam champion, Naomi Osaka, turned her entrance onto the court into a real spectacle by appearing in an outfit inspired by a jellyfish. However, for her it was much more than a costume, a combination of high style, symbolism and motherhood perhaps in one of the most important moments of her life.The inspiration came from an unexpected place, from a children's book that Naomi read to her daughter Shai, who was two years old at the time. She
  
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• McIlroy calls on LIV golfers Hatton and Rahm to settle DP World Tour penalties

  21-01-2026 17:45 via tennisworldusa.org
  Rory McIlroy is known as a prominent figure in the golf scene and a man who often comments on events in the world of golf. For many, he is currently the most popular golfer, and although he is fully focused on his successes on the golf courses, Rory simply cannot avoid the attention of the media and cameras. In his latest interview with the media, McIlroy reflected on recent events in the world of golf. The topic of reunification is rarely mentioned in the media, but when asked by a re
  
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• Reason why Carlos Alcaraz is more tense at the Australian Open this year

  21-01-2026 17:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz reached the third round at the 2026 Australian Open thanks to a strong performance.The world number 1 had to struggle to beat a dangerous rival like Yannick Hanfmann, who played without any pressure and put Carlitos in trouble at times. The German ace was ahead by a break in the first set and forced the Spanish star into a tiebreak, which the latter won by closing a set that lasted 78 minutes.The six-time Grand Slam champion – who is desperate to win this trophy for the firs
  
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• Jannik Sinner receives high praise from former ATP ace

  21-01-2026 17:00 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner started his run at the 2026 Australian Open in brilliant fashion.The winner of the last two editions had no problem against the French ace Hugo Gaston on the iconic Rod Laver Arena, not even having to play the third set due to the retirement of his opponent.The world number 2 had dominated the first two sets and seemed to be in excellent shape, but only more dangerous opponents will give a certain judgment on Jannik's current level. His next opponent will be local idol James Duckwo
  
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• Novak Djokovic joins another exclusive club - The ultimate centurion returns

  21-01-2026 16:32 via tennisworldusa.org
  Novak Djokovic opened his 21st Australian Open campaign in emphatic fashion, beating Pedro Martinez in straight sets.The legend provided his 100th victory in Melbourne, becoming the first player with the century of wins at three Majors!🎾🇦🇺 | Novak Djokovic pakt de eerste set tegen Pedro Martinez, mede dankzij dit briljante punt! 👀🔥 #AusOpen📺 Stream tennis op HBO Max pic.twitter.com/HyAoDYElvT— Eurosport Nederland (@Eurosport_NL) January 19, 2
  
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• 'Where's the after-party?' - last Briton standing Norrie laps up support

  21-01-2026 15:57 via bbc.com
  British number two Cameron Norrie pulls through a rain-delayed match to move past United States' Emilio Nava in the Australian Open second round.
  
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• Aryna Sabalenka says her latest record feels ‘surreal’ and motivating

  21-01-2026 15:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Aryna Sabalenka again showed her dominance by winning over Zhuoxuan Bai Zhuoxuan 6-3, 6-1, while in the first round she was also dominant in defeating Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah with 6-4, 6-1. However, she now faces a somewhat more serious challenge, as she will face Anastasia Potapova in the third round. Fans wonder if the Belarusian tennis player can go all the way and win such an important trophy.The players at the tournament are extremely motivated to start the year in an impres
  
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• Alexander Zverev digs deep, tops Alexandre Muller in Melbourne

  21-01-2026 14:52 via tennisworldusa.org
  World no. 3 Alexander Zverev will play in the last 32 at the Australian Open after a hard-fought victory.The German battled past Alexandre Muller 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in three hours and four minutes after a rain delay.ZVEREV AVANZA 🫡Il tedesco batte in quattro set il francese Muller e vola al terzo turno dove affronterà Cameron Norrie 🔜#EurosportTennis #AusOpen #AO2026 #Zverev pic.twitter.com/l7u5rsfA9f— Eurosport IT (@Eurosport_IT) January 21, 2026Last year's finalist
  
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• Carlos Alcaraz admits he was surprised by his team’s reaction to Australian Open win

  21-01-2026 14:30 via tennisworldusa.org
  Carlos Alcaraz showed why he is one of the favorites to win the Australian Open in his match against Yannick Hanfmann, in which he won 7-6, 6-3, 6-2.In the first round against Adam Walton, he also had a relatively easy task, and the very next round brings a duel against Corentin Moutet. The Spaniard is aware of the stakes of this year's Australian Open, considering that with a possible victory he would complete the career Grand Slam and become the youngest tennis player to do so.Carlos Alca
  
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• Raducanu's 'most dispiriting' Slam display - what went wrong?

  21-01-2026 14:05 via bbc.com
  After Emma Raducanu suffered a humbling Australian Open second-round exit, BBC Sport analyses where the Briton goes next.
  
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• Is Raducanu feeling shackled? 'There is confusion in her camp'

  21-01-2026 14:03 via skysports.com
  
  What does Emma Raducanu really want on a tennis court?
  
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• 'I don't want to give myself too much of a hard time'

  21-01-2026 13:49 via bbc.com
  British number one Emma Raducanu says she is leaving the Australian Open with her "head held high" after losing 7-6 (7-3) 6-2 to Austria's Anastasia Potapova in the second round.
  
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• Jannik Sinner counts 15 in Melbourne. Novak Djokovic rules with 33!

  21-01-2026 13:44 via tennisworldusa.org
  Jannik Sinner is off to a winning start at the Australian Open, with Hugo Gaston retiring while trailing 6-2, 6-1. Thus, the Italian scored his 15gth straight victory in Melbourne and extended his winning streak Down Under.CHE MANO DI JANNIK ✨🦊Sinner trova anche lo spazio per un sorriso contro Hugo Gaston: sfodera la palla corta vincente e poi se la ride con gli allenatori Simone Vagnozzi e Darren Cahill 😄#Sinner #EurosportTennis #AusOpen #AO2026 pic.twitter.com/rNlsB
  
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• Australian Open Daily: The Big Raducanu Debrief

  21-01-2026 13:30 via bbc.co.uk
  Raducanu exits early in Melbourne as questions return about form, fitness and next steps
  
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• Day 4: Aryna Sabalenka responds to rival's call to ban Russian, Belarusian players

  21-01-2026 13:06 via espn.com
  Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka booked their places in the third round, while Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova spoke out about why she believes Russian and Belarusian players should be banned from competition.
  
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