Latest posts by Stefan Jonsson
Stan Wawrinka’s last year on tour, awarded wild card for the 2026 Australian Open
Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has been awarded a main-draw wild card for the 2026 Australian Open. The announcement carries significant weight, as the 40-year-old Swiss legend recently confirmed that the 2026 season will be his final year on the ATP Tour. For Wawrinka, returning to the Australian Open is more than just a […]
Alex de Minaur vs Hubert Hurkacz, Predictions and Odds, United Cup
The quarterfinal battle between Alex de Minaur and Hubert Hurkacz is the big match of the Australia vs. Poland tie. Scheduled for Friday, January 9, at Ken Rosewall Arena in Sydney, this clash features two players with contrasting styles and quite a different season behind them. Hurkacz had a fair amount of injury problems lately […]
Sabalenka slams “insane” tennis schedule, vows to skip events in 2026
Already last season we heard various complaints by players on both the men’s and women’s tour about the tough schedule. Now it continues with world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka that has launched quite tough critique of the current pro tennis calendar, labelling the season “insane” and declaring her intention to skip some mandatory events in […]
ATP Auckland Preview – Who’s playing at the 2026 ASB Classic?
The 2026 ASB Classic ATP Auckland is shaping up to be a good event and it’s always an important step for many players ahead of the first Grand Slam of the season. We can see both veterans and younger stars in the field for this ATP 250 event. Check also our best bets for the […]
Betting Picks: Who will win the 2026 Grand Slams?
Predicting the Grand Slam calendar is always a gamble, but based on current form and surface preferences, here is how the 2026 season could play out. This year looks like another battle between the established “big two” on the men’s side and a mix of dominant players and potential comeback stories for the women. This […]
AO 2026: Opening Week and Fun Facts
The first Grand Slam of the year is almost here, and the 2026 Australian Open is set to be bigger than ever. Finally the holidays are over and we can get back to some serious tennis action. While the main draw action at Melbourne Park officially runs from January 18 to February 1, the tournament […]
Australian Open sets new record with $111.5 million prize pool
The Australian Open has just announced a record-breaking total prize pool of $111.5 million AUD for the 2026 tournament. The announcement, made Tuesday by tournament organisers, marks a 16% increase from the 2025 prize fund of $96.5 million. This historic boost ensures that the season’s first Grand Slam remains one of the most lucrative events […]
ATP 250 Adelaide, Preview and Player News
The 2026 Adelaide International is shaping up to be one of the best editions in the tournament’s history. Scheduled from January 12–17, it serves as the final high-stakes test before the Australian Open. The entry list includes several legendary veterans, defending champions and the next generation of stars on the ATP tour. Here is a […]
A look at the 2026 Australian Open Apparel Collections
As the first Grand Slam of the 2026 season gets underway in Melbourne, the Australian Open once again becomes the testing ground for new tennis apparel. With, at times, extreme heat and long rallies at this popular event, brands are now focusing on performance, visibility and style. This year’s collections continue a clear direction: advanced […]
Djokovic leaves Players Association he co-founded
In a surprising move, Novak Djokovic announced on Sunday that he is officially cutting ties with the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), the independent players union he co-founded in 2020. Djokovic mentioned concerns over the organisation’s current path, specifically regarding transparency, governance and the representation of his personal image. The split comes at an important […]