Day 3 is a celebration of the defending champions in both draws with Madison Keys joining Jannik Sinner as the headline matches on Rod Laver Arena. Two-time Australian Open winner Naomi Osaka (2019, 2021), Elena Rybakina and the in-form Belinda Bencic are also names to keep a close eye on. Oleksandra Oliynykova vs Madison Keys 1:30pm Tuesday | Rod Laver Arena Under 17.5 games ($1.60) Madison Keys broke through for her first Grand Slam title in an epic final against Sabalenka but there was very little thereafter from the American in 2025. She lost in the 1st Round of the…

All eyes will be on two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner on Day 3 and based on what we have seen in the last 2-3 years, he will be relentless in the early rounds. Big servers Ben Shelton and Mpetshi Perricard have drawn tricky opponents to start their campaign while former finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas is desperate to find some form following his worst year on tour since his debut season. Hugo Gaston vs Jannik Sinner 9:00pm* Tuesday | Rod Laver Arena Sinner -10.5 ($1.83) Sinner finished last season in style. Not only did he win the ATP Tour Finals, but he…

Monday’s schedule is jam packed with intriguing matchups. Djokovic begins his quest for an incredible 25th Grand Slam title with former champion Stan Wawrinka finding some form of his own with some high level tennis at the recent United Cup. Pedro Martinez vs Novak Djokovic 10:10pm* Monday | Rod Laver Arena Over 28.5 games ($1.68) We get our first look at 24-time major winner Novak Djokvic who is yet to play an official match this season. He made the semi finals at all four Grand Slams last season but has not been as dominant in the early rounds as he…

We will be treated to a feast of tennis today – especially those in attendance at Melbourne Park with an array of accomplished players scheduled on the outside courts. The duo of Gauff and Swiatek will feature on Rod Laver Arena but those with a ground pass will be able to see the likes of Krejcikova, Navarro, Mboko, Kenin, Eala and last year’s semi finalist Paula Badosa. There is a number of former top 10 players and emerging youngsters who are unseeded which means multiple upsets on Day 2. Cori Gauff vs Kamilla Rakhimova 1:30pm Monday | Rod Laver Arena…

Top seed, world number one and two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka leads the way on Day 1. Paolini and Svitolina are among other big names on the schedule, as is Venus Williams who made her first appearance here back in 1998!!! Aryna Sabalenka vs Rakotomanga Rajaonah 9:00pm* Sunday | Rod Laver Arena 1st Set Score After 2 games – Sabalenka 2-0 ($1.72) Madison Keys denied Sabalenka a third consecutive Australian Open title but the world number 1’s record at this tournament speaks for itself. She has compiled a 20-1 record in the last three years here and few would know that…

The Sunday start is now a staple following its success 12 month ago and there will be a long list of big names in action – none bigger than world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz. Last year’s runner-up Alexander Zverev is also in action with fan favourite Frances Tiafoe a certainty to draw a huge crowd for his match. Carlos Alcaraz vs Alex Walton 10:10pm* Sunday | Rod Laver Arena Alcaraz -9.5 ($1.90) The world number 1’s quest to complete the career Grand Slam begins against Australia’s Alex Walton. The pair met in the opening round of Queen’s last year with Alcaraz…

Sabalenka was a set away from completing a three-peat down under but fell short against Madison Keys who finally fulfilled a life-long dream. It had been almost 8 years since the American made her maiden major final on home soil (lost to Stephens) but her form since claiming her first Grand Slam title has been questionable to say the least. The trio of Gauff, Swiatek and Sabalenka won the subsequent majors last year but there is a wave of teenagers making a serious impact on the WTA Tour including Andreeva, Mboko, Joint, Jovic and Valentova. Best Bets Elena Rybakina ($9.00)…

Jannik Sinner is the two-time defending champion and the man to beat in Melbourne over the next fortnight. Despite losing to Sinner in the ATP Tour Finals to end last year, Carlos Alcaraz is the top seed and chasing history as he attempts to become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam. There is a big gap back to the chasing pack which is headed by 10-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic. Alex De Minaur will give the locals some hope during the first week but the key to success will be finding the quarter winners. Best Bet…