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Alcaraz eases into fourth round after Sabalenka wins tense match – as it happened

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz defeats Corentin Moutet of France in three sets after women’s No 1 Aryna Sabalenka also progressed

The Guardian - AU

Shelton ousts Aussie as Sinner, Djokovic also march on

Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner have cruised through after Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny's inspired Melbourne Park run came to an abrupt halt on Open day five.

AAP

Australian Open 2026: Novak Djokovic eases to clinical win over Francesco Maestrelli – as it happened

Ten-time winner swats aside Italian qualifier 6-3 6-2 6-2 with efficient display in the second round at Melbourne Park

The Guardian - AU

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Cameron Norrie gets into party spirit as he reaches Australian Open third round

The 26th seed battled to a four-set win over Emilio Nava in a great atmosphere at Melbourne Park.

The Independent UK

De Minaur overcomes big-serving Serb to advance in Open

Australia's world No.6 Alex de Minaur has advanced to the third round at Melbourne Park for the sixth-straight year after powering past Serb Hamad Medjedovic.

AAP

Mellowing Medvedev building nicely at Melbourne Park

A three-time runner-up, his fellow Russian firebrand and a former semi-finalist are among the men's seeds into the Australian Open third round in Melbourne.

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Alcaraz wins in straight sets after Sabalenka eases through – as it happened

The men’s and women’s No 1s progressed to third round at Melbourne Park with few issues on day four

The Guardian - AU

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Oliynykova makes the most eye-catching of Open debuts

Oleksandra Oliynykova has done her absent father proud in pushing defending champion Australian Open Madison Keys in the opening round at Melbourne Park.

AAP

'Make it happen': Musetti's bold Open statement

Italian fifth seed Lorenzo Musetti is harbouring Alex de Minaur-like dreams after moving into the Australian Open second round at Melbourne Park.

AAP

No excuses as Joint bombs out in Melbourne Park shocker

Aussie women's No.1 Maya Joint has suffered a shock first-round loss after arriving at Melbourne Park as the first women's home seed since the great Ash Barty.

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'Keep my head down': Maya Joint reveals her Open plan

First-time grand slam seed Maya Joint is among eight home hopes in action on day three of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

AAP

‘I don’t want to be a punching bag’ – retirements mar dramatic day at Australian Open

Félix Auger-Aliassime surrendered with cramp while Britain’s Fran Jones was among a list of injured players who were forced to bow out

The Guardian - UK

Australian Open 2026: Djokovic wins 100th Melbourne match, Swiatek survives scare – as it happened

There were wins for Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, Novak Djokovic and Casper Ruud, while Stan Wawrinka also progressed into round two

The Guardian - UK

Australian Open forced to make changes after fans queue for hours on opening day

Sunday’s 70,000-strong crowd beat previous mark from 2019 as Tennis Australia work to squeeze more patrons into Melbourne Park

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Fans warned to 'come prepared' amid mass crowds at AO

Eager fans are urged to have their tickets ready and come prepared after record-breaking crowds flocked to Melbourne Park causing lengthy delays.

AAP

Gauff, Pegula move into Australian Open second round

The American women's top seeds have breezed into the Australian Open second round, with world No.3 Coco Gauff joined by Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula.

The Guardian - AU

Alex de Minaur beats Mackenzie McDonald in straight sets: Australian Open first round – as it happened

Alex de Minaur cruised into the second round of the Australian Open at Rod Laver Arena

AAP

Alcaraz beats plucky Aussie to launch Open glory bid

Chasing his first Australian Open crown, Carlos Alcaraz is into the second round at Melbourne Park after a straight-sets win over Adam Walton.

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Zverev passes test to secure spot in Open second round

Alexander Zverev, last year's Australian Open runner-up, is safely through to the second round at Melbourne Park following a tough four-set opener.

AAP

'Enjoy my Sunday': Paolini powers on day one of Open

A two-time grand slam runner-up, a young local wildcard and the world No.1 have all advanced to round two on day one of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

The Guardian - AU

Easier start for Alex de Minaur as Matteo Berrettini withdraws from Australian Open

World No 6 will instead face unseeded Mackenzie McDonald on Monday with four Australians in first-round action on day one at Melbourne Park

AAP

New Aussie Kasatkina embraces 'fun pressure' of Open

New Australian citizen Daria Kasatkina says the pressure that comes with being a local at Melbourne Park is "fun" compared to what she's experienced.

AAP

Getting uncomfortable key for Madison's Open defence

Reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys has flagged some additions to her game as she returns to Melbourne Park.

The Guardian - AU

Alex de Minaur out to break new ground as next generation boost Australia hopes

World No 6 aims to progress past quarter-finals at a grand slam, while Maya Joint is Australia’s first seeded woman at Melbourne Park since 2022

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: ChatGPT Health launch worrying experts, ‘Black Steve Irwin’ a fake, racket craft at Melbourne Park

The emergence of ChatGPT Health gives rise to fears about lack of regulation; Indigenous ‘star’ revealed as avatar generated in New Zealand

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