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Who will emerge victorious in men's and women's singles at the 2026 Australian Open? Here's how to catch the tournament action on ESPN.
In the U.S., the Australian Open will air across ESPN, with the entirety of the tournament streaming on ESPN+ for Unlimited subscribers. Select tournament coverage will also air on ESPN2, before moving to ESPN for the semifinals and beyond.
The decision to put the three biggest Australian Open courts behind an additional paywall sparked anger among fans.
Three years after Aryna Sabalenka defeated Elena Rybakina in the 2023 Australian Open final, they will face off in the Melbourne major final again.
Former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina stunned world No. 2 Iga Swiatek to reach the Australian Open 2026 semifinals, winning 7-5, 6-1 on Wednesday.
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Australian Open as it happened: Women's final locked in; Djokovic unhappy with reporter's question
The 2026 Australian Open women's final is set after two-time champion at Melbourne Park, Aryna Sabalenka raced past Ukrainian 12th-seed Elina Svitolina in the first semi, before American Jessica Pegula fell just short against fifth-ranked Elena Rybakina.
The four women's semifinalists at the 2026 Australian Open have combined to not lose a set across the first five rounds.
Tennis fans are furious after ESPN’s coverage hiccup left a few Australian Open matches off-air, sparking backlash over pricing access and what many call a blatant disservice to the sport. American tennis supporters have had plenty to celebrate at this year’s AO,