Australian Open

The Australian Open 2026, a major tennis tournament held annually in Melbourne, Australia, concluded with significant upsets and record-breaking performances. Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka to win the women's singles title, marking her second Grand Slam victory. This was Sabalenka's fourth consecutive Australian Open final appearance, but she was unable to secure a third consecutive title. In the men's singles, Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the final. Djokovic had previously defeated Jannik Sinner in a five-set semi-final. Alcaraz reached the final after a five-set victory over Alexander Zverev, a match marked by controversy over a medical timeout. Alcaraz also became the youngest man in the Open era to reach all four Grand Slam finals. The tournament showcased both established champions and rising stars, highlighting the evolving landscape of professional tennis.