Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has backed Carlos Alcaraz to win the men’s singles final against Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open 2026, saying the young Spaniard’s attacking instincts and fearless shot-making closely resemble the way Indian cricketers approach their game.“I personally want Alcaraz to win because I feel that the way he plays is very much like how we play,” Kishan said in a video released by BCCI on X. “He’s a bit quick. Whe…
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Melbourne, Jan 30 (IANS) Hometown wildcards Olivia Gadecki and John Peers became the first pairing in 37-year to defend their Australian Open mixed doubles crown here on Friday.The home favourites edged French duo Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard 4-6, 6-3, 10-8 inside Rod Laver Arena.Gadecki and Peers became the first duo to win consecutive AO mixed doubles titles since Jana Novotna and Jim Pugh in 1988-89. They also became the first Australians to go back-to-back at their home Slam since …
Melbourne, Jan 19 (IANS) World No. 4 Novak Djokovic launched his bid for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title in emphatic fashion, defeating Spain’s Pedro Martinez in straight sets in the first round of the Australian Open 2026 at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. The Serbian great showed his trademark control and efficiency to secure a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory, advancing comfortably into the second round and underlining his intent at a tournament where he has enjoyed unparalleled success.Djokovic, …
Melbourne, Jan 17 (IANS) Novak Djokovic on Saturday said he remains confident of challenging for the Australian Open title despite missing a little bit of “juice in his legs”. The Serbian great also insisted that he is capable of beating anyone on his day.The 38-year-old tennis great is bidding for a record-extending 11th Australian Open crown and a historic 25th Grand Slam title, a feat that would see him move clear of Australia’s Margaret Court. Djokovic, however, faces a stiff challenge fro…
Melbourne, Jan 15 (IANS) The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner have been drawn in the same half of the Australian Open singles draw, which was revealed Thursday.Djokovic begins his campaign against Pedro Martinez, while Sinner faces French lefty Hugo Gaston in the opening round.Meanwhile, world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz is in the same half as last year’s runner-up Alexander Zverev. The 22-year-old Spaniard, who is aiming to capture his seventh major crown and complete a c…