Game, Set, Match: Serving you the Daily Update for Australian Open 2026

Heading down to the Australian Open 2026? Here's your daily guide with everything you need to know.

Welcome to your ultimate daily guide for the Australian Open 2026! Whether you’re rallying to catch every ace from the sidelines or just looking to see what’s on the cards today, this blog will serve up all the action you need.

From heart-stopping match-ups and top-seeded drama to courtside entertainment, we’ll keep you in the loop so you don’t miss a beat. Ready to break into the excitement? Let’s take you through what’s happening at Melbourne Park!

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Rod Laver Arena

Opening day on Rod Laver Arena delivers star power from start to finish. Day sessions feature Jasmine Paolini taking on Aliaksandra Sasnovich, followed by Alexander Zverev up against Gabriel Diallo. When the lights come on, the energy lifts with world no.1 Aryna Sabalenka opening her campaign before a massive night match sees Carlos Alcaraz face Australian favourite Adam Walton in a must see clash.

Margaret Court Arena

Margaret Court Arena is packed with high-quality first-round matchups across the day. Fans can catch Maria Sakkari in action against Leolia Jeanjean, along with Francisco Cerúndolo battling Zhizhen Zhang. The night session turns up the heat with Alexander Bublik meeting Jenson Brooksby, before Emma Raducanu takes centre stage against Mananchaya Sawangkaew.

John Cain Arena

John Cain Arena is packed with first-round singles that keep the energy high for fans who want a front-row experience. Arthur Fery plays Flavio Cobolli, followed by former Grand Slam semifinalist Elina Svitolina against Cristina Bucsa. The evening brings Frances Tiafoe clashing with Jason Kubler while Olga Danilovic takes on tennis legend Venus Williams, offering a unique chance to see a rising star challenge one of the sport’s greats. Every match at John Cain Arena delivers competitive, edge-of-your-seat tennis in a lively, close-up environment.

Kia Arena

Kia Arena promises a full day of exciting first-round action for fans with ground passes. The day session begins with Talia Gibson taking on Anna Blinkova, followed by Tristan Schoolkate facing Corentin Moutet. Later in the day, Michael Zheng goes up against Sebastian Korda, while Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova meets Zhuoxuan Bai. With every match delivering a mix of rising talent and established players, Kia Arena offers an up-close view of Grand Slam tennis and a lively, energetic atmosphere perfect for discovering the stars of tomorrow.

1573 Arena

1573 Arena kicks off the day with high‑energy first-round singles. Miomir Kecmanovic faces Tomás Etcheverry, followed by Elena Alexandrova taking on Zeynep Sonmez in a compelling women’s match. Later in the session, Benjamin Bonzi goes head-to-head with Cameron Norrie, promising fast-paced rallies and plenty of drama for fans. The arena provides an intimate setting where every point can be felt, making it the perfect place to see rising stars and established players battle it out in the opening round.

ANZ Arena

ANZ Arena offers nonstop action for fans with an exciting line-up of singles matches. The day begins with Dayana Yastremska meeting Eugenie Ruse, followed by Émeline Jacquemot facing Marta Kostyuk in a thrilling contest of youth and experience. On the men’s side, Ugo Carabelli clashes with Marton Fucsovics, and the women’s competition continues with Su-Wei Lamens taking on Anastasia Potapova.

Don’t miss any of the Outside Court Action!

The outside courts at AO 2026 deliver a full slate of standout matchups, beginning on Court 6 where Yulia Putintseva meets Beatriz Haddad Maia in a strong women’s opener. This is followed by Emilio Nava taking on Kyrian Jacquet, before Yannick Hanfmann faces Zachary Svajda in another competitive men’s singles match. Court 7 continues the action with Patrick Kypson meeting Francisco Comesana, while Polina Kudermetova looks to hold off qualifier Guiomar Maristany Zuleta De Reales. Over on Court 8, Caty McNally opens play against Hina Sakatsume, and later Liam Draxl challenges Damir Dzumhur, adding even more depth to the day’s schedule.

Court 13 features Hailey Baptiste in women’s singles action, giving fans another rising talent to keep an eye on as they explore the grounds. With these matches spread across the precinct, the outside courts offer a rich mix of established players, qualifiers, and emerging contenders, ensuring a full day of engaging tennis and much more for anyone wandering through Melbourne Park.

Heading to the AO26 in the evening? Check out the AO Night Ground Pass!

Whether you’re planning to hit the AO after work or want to make the most of these summer evenings, the AO Night Ground Pass is for you. Enter after 5pm and you can enjoy the epic Australian Open atmosphere. As the sun sets, there’s plenty going on across the precinct – head to Garden Square and watch all the on-court action on the big screens on the lawn, explore all the entertainment, sounds and tastes on offer at Grand Slam Oval, as well as heaps more. Check out ground passes now.

The Australian Open 2026 will transform Melbourne Park from Monday, 12 January until Sunday 1 February. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com.au.