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AO 2026: Opening Week and Fun Facts

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

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

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

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

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

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 […]

Djokovic leaves Players Association he co-founded

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

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 […]

Off-season recap: Everything you missed over the last six weeks

Written by: Bren Gray |

The 2026 tennis season is well underway, with tournaments in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Hong Kong and Auckland all kicking off over the past few days. If you’ve gone cold turkey on tennis over the last six weeks and are just getting back into it now, there are a few key stories you will have missed […]

2026 Brisbane International preview: Draw, players & predictions

Written by: Bren Gray |

It’s showtime down under, with the tennis events kicking off thick and fast this month. Brisbane plays host to a good chunk of the action next week in the form of a WTA 500 and ATP 250 tournament. If you’re like me and you’ve been baking on a beach (the perks of living in the […]

Musetti and Rublev lead strong field at the 2026 ATP Hong Kong

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

The pro tennis season officially returns to the city of Hong Kong this week as the Victoria Park Tennis Stadium plays host to the 2026 Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open. As an ATP 250 event, the tournament serves as an important opening chapter for the new tour year, offering players a good environment […]

United Cup 2026: All groups and best matches in Perth and Sydney

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

The 2026 tennis season is set to kick off this Friday, January 2, as the fourth edition of the United Cup returns to Australia. Featuring 18 nations and a prize pool of over $11.8 million USD, the mixed-team tournament has quickly become the premier warm-up for the Australian Open. It’s always nice to see the […]

Jack Draper to miss 2026 Australian Open as injury recovery hits new setback

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

British No. 1 Jack Draper has officially withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open, dealing a significant blow to his season before it has even begun. The 24-year-old, currently ranked No. 10 in the world, just announced that he is not yet ready for Grand Slam competition as he continues to recover from a “complex” and […]

Highlights, Changes and Important Dates of the 2026 ATP Tour Season

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

The 2026 ATP Tour season is shaped by the continued rollout of the “OneVision” strategic plan that began a few years ago. This year focuses on expanding the scale of top-tier events, improving player welfare and streamlining the global calendar to provide better flow between continents among other things. Main Changes from Previous Years 2026 […]