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AUSTRALIAN OPEN

Carlos Alcaraz (left) and Novak Djokovic contest the men's singles final at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Feb. 1.
TENNIS
Jul 21, 2026
Australian Open to limit cheap tickets after crowding problems
A spike in attendances in recent years has contributed to ?long ?queues to access courts and ?raised concerns about a declining ?fan experience.
Carlos Alcaraz poses with the trophy after winning the Australian Open final in Melbourne on Sunday.
TENNIS
Feb 2, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz charts course for 2026 after Australian Open triumph
Alcaraz became the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam by overhauling Novak Djokovic 2-6 , 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday
Novak Djokovic speaks after receiving the runner-up shield following his loss against Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open final in Melbourne on Sunday.
TENNIS
Feb 2, 2026
Novak Djokovic vows fight on after ¡®bitter¡¯ loss in Australian Open final
Djokovic¡¯s 10-match unbeaten run in Melbourne Park finals was broken on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz claimed a 2-6,?6-2, 6-3, 7-5 win at Rod Laver Arena.
Carlos Alcaraz reacts after a point during his match against Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final in Melbourne on Sunday.
TENNIS
Feb 2, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz wins first Australian Open to complete career Grand Slam
The Spaniard was imperious after a slow start in dismissing the 38-year-old, 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at?Rod Laver Arena.
Elena Rybakina kisses the trophy after defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final in Melbourne on Saturday.
TENNIS
Feb 1, 2026
Elena Rybakina delivers vintage performance to win Australian Open title
Rybakina beat Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek on her way to the title.
Serbia's Novak Djokovic during his semifinal match against Italy's Jannik Sinner on Friday in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 31, 2026
Djokovic thanks doubters for motivation after reaching Melbourne final
The 38-year-old rolled back the years with a vintage display to down the double defending champion Jannik Sinner.
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after beating Germany's Alexander Zverev in the semifinals of the Australian Open on Friday in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 30, 2026
¡®Believing¡¯ Alcaraz outlasts Zverev in epic to reach maiden Melbourne final
The world No. 1 outlasted the German third seed 6-4, 7-6 (5), 6-7 (3), 6-7 (4), 7-5 over a titanic 5 hours, 27 minutes in hot conditions.
Serena Williams hits a shot during her first-round match at Wimbledon in London on June 28, 2022.
TENNIS
Jan 30, 2026
Serena Williams fuels comeback speculation during TV interview
The cryptic interview became a talking point on at the Australian Open.
Coco Gauff reacts after a point during her match against Elina Svitolina in the Australian Open quarterfinals in Melbourne on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jan 30, 2026
WTA supports calls for more privacy at tournaments after Coco Gauff incident
Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova were among the players highlighting the lack of privacy, and the WTA agreed steps should be taken.
Elena Rybakina celebrates after winning her quarterfinal match against Poland's Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Jan 28, 2026
Rybakina stuns Swiatek to reach Australian Open semifinals
The Moscow-born Kazakh will meet either Jessica Pegula or Amanda Anisimova for a place in Saturday¡¯s final.
Aryna Sabalenka in action during her quarterfinal match against Iva Jovic at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jan 27, 2026
¡®Trophy or nothing¡¯ as Sabalenka sweeps into Melbourne semis
Sabalenka muscled past American teenager Iva Jovic to put a third title within sight.
Jessica Pegula hits a return against Madison Keys during their match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday.
TENNIS
Jan 26, 2026
Jessica Pegula knocks out defending champion Madison Keys at Australian Open
The No. 6 seed dominated the all-American showdown 6-3, 6-4 at?Rod Laver Arena.
Aryna Sabalenka hits a return during her match against Victoria Mboko on Sunday at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 25, 2026
Sabalenka holds off Canadian teen Mboko to reach quarterfinals
Sabalenka crushed Mboko in a 31-minute first set in the early match at Rod Laver Arena but gave up a 4-1 lead in the second as the 17th seed ?mounted an impressive comeback.
Naomi Osaka during her second-round match against Sorana Cirstea on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jan 24, 2026
Two-time champion Naomi Osaka out of Australian Open with abdominal injury
The ?16th seed Osaka, the 2019 and ?2021 winner at Melbourne Park, said on social media that her body needed attention following her previous match.
Jannik Sinner next to coach Simone Vagnozzi and an official on Saturday during his third-round Australian Open match, which was played in stifling heat in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 24, 2026
Scorching heat forces Australian Open organizers to halt play on outside courts
Defending champion Jannik Sinner was cramping and struggling to move as he trailed unseeded Eliot Spizzirri 6-4, 3-6, 3-1 on Rod Laver Arena.
Sorana Cirstea speaks to Naomi Osaka after their match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jan 23, 2026
Tennis greats criticize Naomi Osaka for breach of ¡®basic etiquette¡¯
The Japanese star¡¯s second-round win against Sorana Cirstea was marred by a testy exchange and icy handshake at the end.
Aryna Sabalenka reacts during her match against Anastasia Potapova during the third round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Friday.
TENNIS
Jan 23, 2026
Emotional Aryna Sabalenka digs deep to reach last 16 at Australian Open
Sabalenka will now face fast-rising Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko for a place in the quarterfinals.
Naomi Osaka celebrates after defeating Sorana Cirstea in the second round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jan 23, 2026
Naomi Osaka ¡®confused¡¯ by testy exchange with Sorana Cirstea after win
The four-time major champion downed the experienced Romanian 6-3, 4-6, 6-2.
Novak Djokovic (right) greets Francesco Maestrelli following their second-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jan 22, 2026
Novak Djokovic brushes aside Francesco Maestrelli to advance at Australian Open
Keys won the first set in 23 minutes before having to rally past her opponent in the second.
Naomi Osaka arrives for her first round match against Croatia's Antonia Ruzic on Tuesday at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 21, 2026
Osaka says ¡®I¡¯m a little strange¡¯ after Melbourne fashion statement
Osaka, who grew up primarily in the United States, attributed her interest in fashion to when she visited Japan as a 13-year-old.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
The sci-fi sensibilities of electronic trio Black Boboi
Black Boboi was formed in 2018 when solo artists Julia Shortreed, Utena Kobayashi and Ermhoi came together under Kobayashi¡¯s newly founded label, Bindividual.
A perfect storm: Kaze Fujii fans flock to Fuji Rock
Okayama-born singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii has carved out a distinctive place in Japanese pop since his major-label debut in 2019.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.

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