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Australian Open 2026 complete guide: results, key contenders, full winners history, betting odds, schedule, and how to watch in the UK.
Dates
18 Jan – 1 Feb 2026 · completed — Alcaraz & Rybakina champions
Surface
Hard court (GreenSet, outdoor)
Prize money
A$111,500,000 (record)
Venue
Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia
Australian Open 2026 complete guide: results, key contenders, full winners history, betting odds, schedule, and how to watch in the UK.
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The Guide
Tournament Overview
The 2026 Australian Open took place from 18 January to 1 February at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia. Carlos Alcaraz won the men's singles title, defeating Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to complete the career Grand Slam at just 22 years old, making him the youngest player in history to achieve the feat. Elena Rybakina claimed the women's crown, beating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 for her second Grand Slam title.
| Dates | 18 January - 1 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia |
| Surface | Hard court (GreenSet, outdoor) |
| Draw size | 128 Men's Singles / 128 Women's Singles |
| Prize money | A$111,500,000 (record) |
| Men's champion | Carlos Alcaraz d. Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 |
| Women's champion | Elena Rybakina d. Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 |
| UK TV | Eurosport / Discovery+ |
Form Guide
Key Contenders
Men's SinglesWomen's Singles
CA
Carlos Alcaraz
The 2026 champion, who beat Djokovic in Melbourne to complete the career Grand Slam at 22.
JS
Jannik Sinner
Former world No. 1 and two-time Australian Open winner, relentless on hard courts.
ND
Novak Djokovic
The 10-time Melbourne champion reached the 2026 final and remains a threat at 38.
AZ
Alexander Zverev
World No. 3 and a regular deep-run threat at the Australian Open.
FAA
Félix Auger-Aliassime
World No. 4 whose powerful hard-court game makes him a genuine outside contender.
BS
Ben Shelton
The big-serving American, world No. 5, suits the quick Melbourne hard courts.
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History
Recent Champions
| Year | Men's Singles | Women's Singles |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Carlos Alcaraz | Elena Rybakina |
| 2025 | Jannik Sinner | Madison Keys |
| 2024 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2022 | Rafael Nadal | Ashleigh Barty |
| 2021 | Novak Djokovic | Naomi Osaka |
| 2020 | Novak Djokovic | Sofia Kenin |
| 2019 | Novak Djokovic |
FAQ
Australian Open Questions
When is the Australian Open 2027?
The 2027 Australian Open is expected to take place from mid-to-late January 2027 at Melbourne Park. Exact dates will be confirmed by Tennis Australia later in 2026.
Who won the Australian Open 2026?
Carlos Alcaraz won the men's singles, defeating Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Elena Rybakina won the women's singles, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.
Who is the favourite to win the Australian Open 2027?
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are expected to head the men's betting market, with Aryna Sabalenka likely to be the women's favourite given her remarkable consistency in Melbourne. Updated odds will be available from Bet365 closer to the tournament.
How to watch the Australian Open in the UK?
The Australian Open is broadcast on Eurosport and Discovery+ in the UK. Bet365 live streaming also covers matches for account holders with a funded account.
Who has won the most Australian Open titles?
Novak Djokovic holds the men's record with 10 titles (2008-2023). Margaret Court holds the women's record with 11 titles, though most were won before the Open Era. Serena Williams holds the Open Era women's record with 7 titles.
What surface is the Australian Open played on?
The Australian Open is played on GreenSet hard courts, a medium-paced acrylic surface. It is the only Grand Slam to use GreenSet, which produces a consistent bounce and rewards both power and precision.
What was special about the 2026 Australian Open?
Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest player in history to complete the career Grand Slam at 22, winning all four major titles. The tournament also featured record prize money of A$111,500,000 and saw Novak Djokovic become the oldest Australian Open finalist in the Open Era at 38.