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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 […]
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 […]
Jack Draper to miss 2026 Australian Open as injury recovery hits new setback
British No. 1 Jack Draper has officially withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open, dealing a significant blow to his season before it has even begun.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 […]
Expanded Opening Week at the 2026 Australian Open, with the Million Dollar 1 Point Slam
The Australian Open is set to kick off its 2026 event with its biggest-ever Opening Week, transforming the tournament into a three-week festival of world-class tennis, entertainment and a unique, high-stakes event: the Million Dollar 1 Point Slam. The tournament is extending its festival atmosphere right from day one of the Qualifying week, January 12-17, […]
Alcaraz and Sabalenka US Open 2025 champions – This week in tennis
That’s it. Grand Slam tennis is done for another year, with the US Open wrapping up on Sunday evening in New York. It was a brilliant fortnight of action, producing plenty of drama on and off the court. Read on for a breakdown of everything you may have missed over the last week of tennis. […]
2025 Women’s US Open final preview – Sabalenka v Anisimova prediction and best bets
The final match of the US Open women’s singles is here, and it’s an absolute showstopper with world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka taking on home hope Amanda Anisimova for the title. Storylines abound heading into Saturday’s clash, with Anisimova looking to leave her Wimbledon double-bagel loss behind her, while Sabalenka chases a maiden Grand Slam […]
US Open 2025 Men’s Semifinal Preview and Predictions: Jannik Sinner vs Felix Auger-Aliassime
Jannik Sinner continues his march in New York where his level of tennis has been just incredible. Next up for the world no 1 is the in-form Felix Auger-Aliassime that has impressed so far, but can he really cause Sinner problems here? Read our preview below, where Sinner chases his second US Open title and […]
US Open 2025 Men’s Semifinal Preview and Predictions: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic
Only four players left in New York and we’ve got a big match coming up on the Arthur Ashe Stadium in Friday as No. 2 seed Carlos Alcaraz faces off against seven-time US Open champion Novak Djokovic. This marks the ninth chapter in their rivalry, with Djokovic leading the head-to-head 5-3, including victories in their […]
Swiatek vs Anisimova, US Open Quarterfinal Preview and Predictions
At Arthur Ashe Stadium on September 3, 2025, Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova renew their rivalry in the US Open quarterfinals. Their only prior meeting came at the Wimbledon final in July, where Swiatek stunned the tennis world with a rare 6-0, 6-0 victory. Anisimova is now hoping for a better match this time, as […]
Original Penguin’s new 2025 Racquet Collection at the US Open
A look at the the new 2025 Racquet Collection that was showcased by Original Penguin brand ambassadors Ajla Tomljanovic and Mackenzie McDonald at the U.S. Open this year. Original Penguin, a brand known for its classic Americana flair, is now blending that heritage court look with some serious, modern performance tech. The Women’s Kit: Ajla Tomljanovic’s Grid […]