The Latest Breaking News from Tennis

Sabalenka advances under Laver, Federer glare

The presence of tennis legends Rod Laver and Roger Federer made Aryna Sabalenka nervous, but the world No.1 powered into the Australian Open second round.

AAP · Jan 18

Australian Open player responds to boos after underarm serve on match point

‘If I can entertain the people, that's even better’ Corentin Moutet said after his first-round win over Tristan Schoolkate

The Independent UK · Jan 18

Who is Arthur Fery? British qualifier knocks out 20th seed on Australian Open debut

The French-born Fery, who is the son of a former tennis player and the president of football club Lorient, stunned an ill Flavio Cobolli on his main draw debut

The Independent UK · Jan 18

Madison Keys Looks to Defend Her Australian Open Title

The American tennis star captured her first major trophy in Melbourne last year and has since embarked on a long and winding journey back to Australia.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 16

When does the Australian Open start? Seeds, draw and how to watch

First tennis Grand Slam of the year is coming up in Melbourne

Evening Standard · Jan 16

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 · Jan 16

Australian Open prize money: How much do players win round by round?

Australian Open organisers have announced the largest prize money pool in the event’s history

The Independent UK · Jan 16

Roger Federer thrills fans with trademark shot on Australian Open return

The 44-year-old Federer took on Casper Ruud in a practice tiebreak, and won 7-2

The Independent UK · Jan 16

The rising tension ahead of the Australian Open and how tennis found itself in a mess

IN FOCUS: An ‘insane’ schedule has led to many top players speaking out as the sport’s governing bodies face legal action from the breakaway Professional Tennis Players’ Association, writes Jamie Braidwood

The Independent UK · Jan 16

Sports quiz of the week: Michael Carrick, Masters and Morocco v Senegal

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, snooker, tennis, cricket, motor racing and futsal?

The Guardian - UK · Jan 16