Sabalenka was in a happy mood after reeling off the final five games of a second round against Jessica Jessica Bouzas Maneiro on Rod Laver Arena.

The Tennis Channel Live panel was effusive of the 18-year-old Brazilian, who played a game remniscent of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner when he stunned Andrey Rublev in his Grand Slam main draw debut.

“I don't know why someone would want to see that,” said the No. 22 seed, after learning that her pre-match walkabout had been broadcast for all to watch.

The Novak Djokovic-Jannik Sinner tempest in a teacup is a pretty good indicator of what a lousy time it is for controversy.

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“I just want to give people some good news,” said the 136th-ranked 23-year-old, playing in his first Grand Slam main draw.

Don't worry about German losing, but the Spaniard might be able to dig in and see that the No. 2 seed doesn't coast into the third round.

John Cain Arena never really had a chance to erupt all day; the loudest applause occurred when a fan successfully guessed the changeover trivia.

The 18-year-old Next Gen ATP Finals champ scored a comprehensive upset over No. 9 seed Andrey Rublev in his Grand Slam main draw debut.

The Italian player showed up to Melbourne with his famously lengthy locks sheared, and needed over four hours to get to the second round.

The incoming Auckland champ has now won at least one major match in 21 consecutive seasons.

During an eventful Australian Open return, the three-time runner-up was put on upset alert by an opponent ranked No. 418.

The No. 6 seed, who confirmed Stefano Vukov was not in attendance, needed just 53 minutes in her first Grand Slam match with coach Goran Ivanisevic Tuesday.

The best part of having another former world No. 1 and Grand Slam champ as his new coach? “I don't need to do much explaining,” says Djokovic.

Injuries have been an indelible part of the American’s story—he’s “definitely pretty pissed off”—but his talent is obvious, and his potential remains sky-high.

The No. 8 seed navigated the time warp and won the final four games of the match to outlast her fellow American and reach the second round in Melbourne.

The Tennis Channel Live panel broke down Djokovic’s first match with Murray as his coach, winning in four sets against American Nishesh Basavareddy.

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In front of a hospitable crowd, the Italian overcame Nicolas Jarry—a once-suspended opponent who threw everything at him—7-6 (2), 7-6 (5), 6-1.

“I’m not there, so I don’t know how bad it is or how bad it’s going to get,” she said. “But I think the biggest thing that I am grateful for is that everyone in my family is safe.”

The No. 8 seed is a proven big-match performer, has a 4-0 head-to-head advantage over her first-round opponent—and, for our purposes, the price is right.

The two-time champion lost to Garcia last year in Melbourne, her first major appearance since becoming a mother, and navigated three sets with the French star.

The former Wimbledon finalist promised to be back on the doubles court with Thanasi Kokkinakis but confirmed 2025 would likely be his final season on tour.

The Swiss eliminated the No. 16 seed, 6-3, 7-6 (6), at the Australian Open on Monday.

“I like being alone. I’m a loner,” he said with a smile Monday. “I like being with my own thoughts and figuring stuff out on my own.”

"Any other tournament, I would have pulled out," he told ESPN after denying Arthur Rinderknech's two-set comeback bid Monday.

The world No. 3 gave a detailed analysis of her New Balance designs—down to the basketball-style sneakers—after advancing through a tricky first round in Melbourne.

Speaking after the former world No. 2 navigated a five-set opening win over Jaume Munar, the Tennis Channel Live analysts think aggression is key for Ruud if he hopes to win a major title.

Medvedev’s “Dead Fish” celebration at the end of the 2021 US Open final stands out as among the most unusual and unexpected reactions to a major tennis championship.

The 2024 runner-up has weighed in as discourse around tennis’ handshake etiquette has taken over at the Australian Open.

Kyrgios has more talent and firepower than Fearnley, but can the Australian be expected to perform at a high level this early in his return to action?

Despite the scoreline looking deceptively one-sided, the Australian Open defending champion’s signature theatrics made it feel much closer and more dramatic.

No longer the odds-on favorite, the 10-time Australian Open champion nonetheless still eyes his 25th major title.

The brand introduced the latest update to the stability franchise ahead of the Australian Open at the renowned Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club.

After extending her career in light of fertility struggles, the 2022 Australian Open finalist committed to "keep playing here for the next couple of weeks and months" as her health allows her.

A pair of blockbuster women's matches, plus defending champ Jannik Sinner takes the court on Rod Laver Arena.

The 26-year-old qualifier beat Bu Yunchaokete in the first round of the Australian Open Sunday.

The world No. 1 closed out a 6-3, 6-2 victory after 71 minutes Sunday evening in Melbourne.

The Croatian's co-coach, Pam Shriver, did not make the trip with devastating wildfires impacting her community.

The Japanese star, now 29-8 in five-setters, was joined by Casper Ruud in coming through a decider Sunday in Melbourne.

On the eve of her Australian Open title defense, the two-time champion is getting the star treatment from Nike.

The No. 20 seed exclaimed he was playing “like shit” against Otto Virtanen before edging past the Finn in four sets on Margaret Court Arena Sunday.

The 2024 finalist cited King’s famous “pressure is a privilege” quote after overcoming a strong challenge from Anca Todoni to reach the second round under the Rod Laver Arena roof.

The talented teenager opened up about swapping skills with the former Wimbledon champion after advancing through her first round over Marie Bouzkova.

With Djokovic eager to win a 25th major title, might rival-turned-coach Andy Murray be the secret ingredient for the 10-time champion Down Under?

Heavy rain forced the suspension of matches on outside courts about an hour into the first day of play in Melbourne, with showers forecast to continue into the evening.