The Latest Breaking News from Australian Open

Venus Williams to Make First Australian Open Appearance Since 2021

She will also make Australian Open history with her wild-card bid.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 2

'Still a hunter': Sabalenka hungry for more grand slams

Aryna Sabalenka has her sights set on a third Australian Open title and the hunger to atone for last year's loss in the final is driving the world No.1.

AAP · Jan 1

Felix feeling upbeat about new year tennis prospects

After his best year on tour, Canadian star Felix Auger-Aliassime is looking to keep his hot streak running in the United Cup and at the Australian Open.

AAP · Dec 31, 2025

'It's tough': the Australian Open's Kyrgios conundrum

Mark Philippoussis says Australian Open organisers face a tough call on whether to grant a drawcard a wildcard in the form of the polarising Nick Kyrgios.

AAP · Dec 24, 2025

Kyrgios still waiting as four Open wildcards named

After a career-best year, Queenslander Priscilla Hon was among four Australian Open wildcards named on Monday - but Nick Kyrgios was not among them.

AAP · Dec 22, 2025

'Stan the Man' says 2026 will be his last tennis stand

Former champ Stan Wawrinka will surely land an emotional Australian Open farewell in January after announcing 2026 will be his final year in tennis.

AAP · Dec 19, 2025

'Really cool': Grace Kim sets sights on Australian Open

Aussie golf's newest major champion is the first big name locked in to tee it up at the stand-alone Australian Open women's event in Adelaide next March.

AAP · Dec 16, 2025

Federer back in the swing as old pal Rafa's in a sling

Roger Federer is returning for a special match at the Australian Open -- but old friend and foe Rafa Nadal jokes injury will keep him away from Melbourne Park.

AAP · Dec 12, 2025

Katie Boulter misses out on Australian Open main-draw place

The 29-year-old has made the main draw in Melbourne five times in her career but has not qualified for direct entry this time

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2025

Steep learning curve perfect for son-of-a-gun Hewitt

Cruz Hewitt, son of Lleyton, is reaping the rewards of his first taste of the Australian Open men's tournament and is feeling good ahead of the new season.

AAP · Dec 9, 2025