What Andre Agassi learned from his first Australian Open meeting with Roger Federer
During the 2026 Australian Open Opening Ceremony, Andre Agassi and Roger Federer took to the court together for an exhibition match. Andre Agassi and Roger Federer shared the court again during the 2026 Australian Open Opening Ceremony, teaming up in a light-hearted exhibition on Rod Laver Arena.
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Joao Fonseca gives final fitness update before the Australian Open
Joao Fonseca is gearing up for his second season on the ATP Tour, starting with the Australian Open. The 19-year-old missed both the Brisbane International and Adelaide International this month as he continued to recover from a back injury, though it looks like he’ll be ready to go in Melbourne.
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Jannik Sinner reveals the ‘difficult’ goal he wants to achieve in 2026
Jannik Sinner will return to competitive tennis at the Australian Open, where he is looking for his third consecutive crown in Melbourne. The Italian ended the 2025 season in stunning fashion, by lifting the Vienna Open, the Paris Masters, and the ATP Finals back-to-back.
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Matteo Berrettini Withdraws From Australian Open as Injury Woes Strike Again
Why Is the Australian Open Known as the “Happy Slam”? Does It Still Deserve the Nickname in 2026?
The Australian Open is the first Grand Slam of the year, setting the tone for the entire tennis season. “It really kicks off the summer, and there is no better time of the year in Melbourne than the summer,” said celebrity stylist and influencer Elliot Garnaut, who attended the Australian Open two years ago as an ambassador for Ralph Lauren.
Read more: Why Is the Australian Open Known as the “Happy Slam”? Does It Still Deserve the Nickname in 2026?