Bencic defeats Boulter in straight sets at Australian Open
Belinda Bencic delivers a dominant performance to beat Britain's Katie Boulter 6-0, 7-5 in Melbourne. The Swiss 10th seed is now 6-0 for the season.
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Australian Open's One Point Slam: Merit Wins Over Spectacle
A Sydney tennis coach's $1m win at the Australian Open's One Point Slam sparks debate on sport vs entertainment. Discover why merit still creates the best stories.
Keys survives Ukrainian's moonballs in Australian Open scare
Madison Keys began her Australian Open title defence with a hard-fought 7-6(6), 6-1 win over Ukrainian qualifier Oleksandra Oliynykova, whose unique style caused major problems. Read the full match report.
Madison Keys starts Australian Open defence with nervy win
Defending champion Madison Keys overcame a shaky start to beat Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova 7-6(8), 6-1 in the Australian Open first round. Read the full match report.
Maya Joint crashes out of Australian Open in first round
Australian No 30 seed Maya Joint suffers a straight-sets defeat to Czech teenager Tereza Valentová in the Australian Open first round. Get the full match analysis and reaction.
Australian Open Day 3: Spotlight on Maya Joint
Live coverage from Melbourne as nine Australians compete in singles on Day 3. Follow Maya Joint's crucial match and all the action from the Australian Open.
Djokovic wins 100th Australian Open match, eyes history
Novak Djokovic began his 22nd Grand Slam season with a dominant win, marking his 100th Australian Open victory. At 38, he aims to become the oldest men's major champion. Read the full match report.
100 Days to London 2026 World Table Tennis Championships
London gears up for the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Finals 2026. With 100 days to go, star Liam Pitchford eyes glory. Get dates, venue info, and how to secure tickets.
Australian Open retirements: Jones and Auger-Aliassime injured
A dramatic day at the Australian Open saw Francesca Jones and Felix Auger-Aliassime retire injured. Read the full story on the physical toll of elite tennis.
Australian Open 2026: Day Two Results & Key Matches
Catch up on all the action from day two of the Australian Open 2026. Straight-sets wins for Gauff, Medvedev & De Minaur, while veteran Stan Wawrinka fights hard. Swiatek and Djokovic headline the evening session.
Australian Open 2026: Record Crowds Cause Major Queues
The Australian Open 2026 saw record-breaking opening day crowds of 73,235, leading to hours-long queues. Organisers deploy extra staff and plan future precinct expansions to cope with demand.
De Minaur Eases Past McDonald in Australian Open First Round
Australian sixth seed Alex de Minaur delivers a dominant 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 win over Mackenzie McDonald at Melbourne Park. Discover his thoughts on the fast conditions and the next challenge.
Gauff Secures Solid Australian Open First-Round Victory
US third seed Coco Gauff defeats Kamilla Rakhimova 6-2, 6-3 at the Australian Open. The 21-year-old aims for the title despite ongoing serve refinements. Read the full match analysis.
Storm Hunter wins Australian Open first round match
Australian Storm Hunter defeats Spain's Jessica Bouzas in straight sets at the Australian Open, marking a triumphant return from a serious achilles injury. Read her inspiring comeback story.
Kasatkina on her first Grand Slam as an Australian citizen
Tennis star Daria Kasatkina speaks exclusively about her historic Australian Open debut as a new citizen, driven from Russia by LGBTQ+ persecution. Read her full story.
De Minaur's Australian Open Draw Eases After Berrettini Out
Alex de Minaur's tough Australian Open first-round draw is altered as Matteo Berrettini withdraws, replaced by American Mackenzie McDonald. Analysis of the local hope's chances.
Kyren Wilson Wins First Masters Snooker Title
Kyren Wilson defeats snooker legend John Higgins 10-6 to win his maiden Masters title at Alexandra Palace. Read about the emotional victory and the £350,000 prize.
Tennis star hailed as hero for helping fainting ball girl
Turkish qualifier Zeynep Sonmez rushed to aid a ball girl who collapsed in 28°C heat at the Australian Open. Read the full story of her quick-thinking intervention.
Venus Williams sets Australian Open record at age 45
Venus Williams made history as the oldest Australian Open competitor but narrowly lost her first-round match. Read the full story of her remarkable comeback attempt.
Raducanu overcomes slow start to advance at Australian Open
Emma Raducanu recovered from an early deficit to defeat Mananchaya Sawangkaew 6-4, 6-1 in the Australian Open first round. Read her reaction and match analysis.
Tennis civil war erupts as Australian Open deal revealed
Details of a secret peace deal between Tennis Australia and the players' union have been revealed, escalating the sport's civil war on the eve of the Australian Open. Read the full story.
Arthur Fery wins on Australian Open debut
British qualifier Arthur Fery, ranked 185th, defeats 20th seed Flavio Cobolli in straight sets. His mother's last-minute flight from the UK paid off. Read the full match report.
How to watch Australian Open 2026 in the UK
Your complete guide to watching the 2026 Australian Open in the UK. Get TV channel details, live stream info, the full schedule, and key player storylines.
Trump Admits Pressure Problem After Masters Defeat
World number one Judd Trump confesses to struggling under pressure after a dramatic 6-5 Masters semi-final loss to John Higgins. The Ace has lost every decider this season.
Australian Open 2026: Fery Upset, Sabalenka & Alcaraz Play
The 2026 Australian Open is underway with a major upset as Britain's Arthur Fery defeats 20th seed Flavio Cobolli. Follow live action from Melbourne featuring Sabalenka, Alcaraz, and Raducanu.
British qualifier Arthur Fery upsets Cobolli at Australian Open
British qualifier Arthur Fery scores a stunning straight-sets victory over 20th seed Flavio Cobolli in the Australian Open first round. Read about his remarkable Grand Slam breakthrough.
Berrettini Withdraws, De Minaur Faces McDonald at Australian Open
Alex de Minaur gets an Australian Open boost as Matteo Berrettini withdraws with injury. The Aussie No.1 now faces lucky loser Mackenzie McDonald in round one.
Kasatkina's Australian Open debut as new citizen
Russian-born tennis star Daria Kasatkina prepares for her first Grand Slam as an Australian, discussing her citizenship journey, life on tour, and finding optimism in her new home. Read her exclusive interview.
Higgins beats Trump 6-5 in epic Masters semi-final
John Higgins staged a stunning comeback to beat Judd Trump 6-5 and reach the Masters final. The 50-year-old Scot is now the oldest Triple Crown finalist. Read the full match report.
Raducanu criticises Australian Open late-night scheduling
Emma Raducanu has hit out at the Australian Open's 'very difficult' scheduling, with her first-round match set for a late-night slot. The British No 1 must adapt quickly after a delayed flight from Hobart.
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