American Madison Keys will look to defend her title as Australian Open women’s champion this year, and she’s kicking off her campaign with a first-round match against Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova. Their match will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET tonight and it takes place at Rod Laver Arena. Keys is currently ranked No. 9 in the world while Oliynykova is currently at No. 90.
Australian Open tournament coverage will air across ESPN and ESPN2. The entire tournament will be available to stream for ESPN Unlimited subscribers. Here’s what you need to know about the 2026 Australian Open.
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How to watch Madison Keys vs. Oleksandra Oliynykova at the Australian Open:
Date: Monday, January 19
Time (estimated): 7:30 p.m. ET
Location: Rod Laver Arena
TV channel: re-air on ESPN2 at 11:15 p.m.
Streaming: ESPN Unlimited
When is the Madison Keys vs. Oleksandra Oliynykova match at the 2026 Australian Open?
Madison Keys plays Oleksandra Oliynykova in the first round at the Australian Open on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
Madison Keys vs. Oleksandra Oliynykova match start time:
The first round match between Madison Keys and Oleksandra Oliynykova will start at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN Unlimited, but note that it will be broadcast later, at 11:15 p.m. ET on ESPN2.
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Australian Open channel:
In the U.S., the Australian Open will air on ESPN, with the entire tournament streaming on ESPN+ for Unlimited subscribers. Select tournament coverage will also air on ESPN2, before moving to ESPN for the semifinals and beyond.
How to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Where to watch the 2026 Australian Open without cable:
If you want to catch every match of the Australian Open and don’t currently subscribe to ESPN+, cable or a live TV streaming service, in Australia a majority of the action will be streaming free with ads on 9Now.
Don’t live in the land down under? Don’t worry, you can still stream like you do with the help of a VPN. A VPN (virtual private network) helps protect your data, can mask your IP address and is perhaps most popular for being especially useful in the age of streaming. Whether you’re looking to watch Friends on Netflix (which left the U.S. version of the streamer back in 2019) or tune in to tennis coverage without a cable package, a VPN can help you out. Looking to try a VPN for the first time? This guide breaks down the best VPN options for every kind of user.
ExpressVPN also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, in case you’re nervous about trying a VPN.
Australian Open 2026 schedule:
All times Eastern
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Saturday, January 17
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 18
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 19
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 20
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 21
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 22
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 23
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 24
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 25
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 26
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 27
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 28
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 12) Women’s Semifinals: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 29
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 8:00 p.m.
Friday, January 30
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 3:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 31
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(Day 14) Women’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Sunday, February 1
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(Day 15) Men’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Who is playing in the 2026 Australian Open?
The top 10 seeded players for the singles draws are listed below.
Men’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Carlos Alcaraz
2. Jannik Sinner
3. Alexander Zverev
4. Novak Djokovic
5. Felix Auger-Aliassime
Women’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Aryna Sabalenka
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2. Iga Swiatek
3. Amanda Anisimova
4. Coco Gauff
5. Elena Rybakina
Australian Open prize money:
For 2026, the men’s and women’s singles winners of the Australian Open each get $4,150,000, with the runner-up receiving $2,150,000 and Semi-finalists $1,250,000.
More ways to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Joe Burrow weighs in on controversial catch/interception calls that swung NFL divisional round playoff games: ‘They got them both right’
Joe Burrow woke up from a social media slumber on Monday to weigh in on a pair of calls that sparked controversy in this weekend’s divisional round playoff games.
As far as he’s concerned, there is no controversy.
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The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback tweeted a defense of game officials for their rulings on “two plays” that he declared “were not difficult calls.”
He mentions two plays “yesterday,” but is almost certainly referencing a late interception on a contested ball in the Broncos’ divisional round playoff win over the Bills on Saturday and another play on a contested ball Sunday that was ruled a catch for Los Angeles receiver Davante Adams in the Rams’ win over the Bears.
“The amount of ppl that don’t understand what a catch is in the rule book flabbergasts me,” Burrow wrote. “And it’s not the officials. The two plays yesterday were not difficult calls, and they got them both right.”
Other than a retweet of a Netflix post promoting a show about him, that was Burrow’s first tweet since April 26, 2024. He apparently feels strongly about this.
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Are Burrow, game officials right?
The first play in question was Ja’Quan McMillian’s interception of Josh Allen in overtime of Denver’s 33-30 win Saturday night. Bills receiver Brandin Cooks secured the ball in his hands on a deep pass that would have set the Bills up in position for a game-winning field goal.
Cooks was diving to the ground as he made the catch and still had the ball in his hands when his knee hit the turf. But McMillian had tight coverage and snatched the ball from Cooks’ grasp after they hit the ground. He stood up with possession of the ball, and officials awarded him an interception. Denver drove for the game-winning field goal on its ensuing drive.
On the second play in question, Adams caught a ball in traffic in a tie game in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s Rams-Bears divisional matchup.
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He didn’t take a step after securing the ball and was immediately taken down to the turf by a pair of Bears defenders. As his knee hit the turf, Bears defensive back Tyrique Stevenson had his hand on the ball, which was still in Adams’ grasp. Stevenson then stripped the ball from Adams before Adams fully hit the ground.
On this play, Adams was awarded a catch. The Rams went on to score a touchdown on the drive for a 17-10 lead en route to a 20-17 overtime win.
NBC rules analyst Terry McAulay agreed with the call on the field on the broadcast. He also was watching Saturday night and tweeted his agreement of the call on McMillian’s interception. Per McAulay, Adams made a football act “common to the game” on his play that was enough to rule it a complete catch before his knee hit the ground.
“He clearly completed the catch on this one,” McAulay said. “He has it long enough to perform an act common to the game, and then he goes to the ground, and his knee goes down prior to him losing control.”
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In the case of McMillian’s interception, Cooks was diving to the ground and, per McAulay, didn’t establish a completed catch before his knee hit the ground, allowing McMillian to strip the ball for the turnover.
“A player going to the ground to catch a pass must maintain control during and after contact with the ground,” McAulay wrote. That’s the rule. Apply accordingly.”
Burrow didn’t go into further details beyond his initial tweet, but it’s safe to assume that he agrees with McAulay’s interpretation of the rules. And those were the same conclusions that officials on the field reached in both games.
Cooper Flagg returns from ankle injury, helps Mavericks to blowout win over Knicks at Madison Square Garden
Cooper Flagg’s left ankle appears to be just fine.
The Dallas Mavericks rookie returned to the court on Monday afternoon after missing a pair of games with an ankle injury. Flagg picked up right where he left off, and helped lead the Mavericks to a blowout 114-97 win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
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Flagg went down during last week’s win over the Brooklyn Nets, but then he left the team’s loss to the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday after awkwardly landing on his left foot midway through the second quarter.
Flagg stepped on someone’s foot, Kidd said after that contest, and he didn’t return in the second half.
Flagg missed two games as a result, both of which ended up being blowout wins over the Utah Jazz. He was considered questionable to play in Monday afternoon’s game with the Knicks — part of the NBA’s MLK Day slate — but was cleared after going through pregame warmups.
Flagg entered halftime with 13 points, all but two of which came in the second quarter. He shot an impressive 6-of-8 from the field, and seemed perfectly fine with his ankle. Flagg attacked Karl-Anthony Towns in the lane and easily hit a fadeaway jumper over him for the first points of the game.
But it was Max Christie who sent the Mavericks into the locker room with a massive 28-point lead. Christie had 18 points at the break on six 3-pointers, just more than half of what the rest of the Mavericks made from behind the arc in the first 24 minutes. The Knicks, on the other hand, went just 3-of-16 from the 3-point line in the first half.
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That lead proved to be too much for the Knicks to rally from. Dallas pushed its lead to 30 points briefly before hanging on to secure the 17-point win. It withstood a late 10-2 run in the fourth quarter, which briefly cut the deficit to just 15 points, to pull it off.
Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 22 points and 18 rebounds. Jalen Brunson added 20 points and seven assists, too. They were the only starters to hit double figures for New York, though Mitchell Robinson finished with 12 points and 15 rebounds off the bench. The loss was the fourth straight for the Knicks, who fell to 25-18 on the season. They’ve lost nine of their last 11 games.
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Christie finished with 26 points and six rebounds, and went 8-of-10 from behind the arc. That tied the Mavericks’ franchise record for most made 3-pointers at Madison Square Garden. Flagg ended up with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Naji Marshall finished with 19 points and eight rebounds.
The Mavericks have now won four of their last five, and hold an 18-26 record. They’ll return home to Dallas to host both the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers later this week.
Kansas coach Bill Self taken to hospital after feeling ‘under the weather,’ did not travel with team to Colorado
Bill Self was hospitalized briefly on Monday after falling “under the weather.” (Zach Del Bello/Players Era/Getty Images)
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Kansas head coach Bill Self was hospitalized on Monday after he was feeling “under the weather,” the school announced, and did not travel with the Jayhawks to Colorado for Tuesday’s contest in Boulder.
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Self received IV fluids at Lawrence Memorial Hospital and is feeling better, though specifics are not yet known.
It’s unclear if Self will travel to Colorado to rejoin the team. Their game with the Buffaloes at the CU Events Center isn’t slated to start until 9 p.m. local time on Tuesday, so he would have more than enough time to get there if he’s feeling up to it. If Self can’t make the trip, associate coach Jeremy Case would presumably lead the team in his place.
Self is in his 23rd season leading the Jayhawks, who he’s led to two national championships and the NCAA tournament every single time it’s been held. He currently holds a 637-161 career record in Lawrence and has 844 wins to his name — which has him at No. 12 on the NCAA’s all-time wins list. Self has dealt with health issues in the past, most notably when he missed the 2023 Big 12 tournament and NCAA tournament after he needed two stents and a heart catheterization to block treated arteries.
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No. 19 Kansas will enter Tuesday’s game with a 13-5 record, fresh off blowout wins over then-No. 2 Iowa State and Baylor last week. The Jayhawks sits fifth in the Big 12 standings, however, after early losses to UCF and West Virginia. Colorado currently sits at 12-6 on the season, and will enter Tuesday’s contest on a three-game losing skid.
Sean McDermott fired after devastating Bills’ loss: NFL Divisional Round reaction
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What is next for the Buffalo Bills after firing head coach Sean McDermott after nine seasons? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab assess the state of the Bills and Josh Allen after their heartbreaking loss in Denver before breaking down the other exciting games from the weekend. Can the Los Angeles Rams get it done in Seattle after surviving a thriller against the Chicago Bears? What will the Dolphins do now that they found their next head coach in Jeff Hafley? Find out in today’s jam-packed episode!
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(7:50) – Bo Nix breaks ankle in win vs. Bills
(11:00) – Bills fire HC Sean McDermott
(26:00) – Patriots beat Texans
(39:10) – Rams beat Bears
(47:00) – Seahawks beat 49ers
(52:30) – Head coaching news roundup
(1:00:00) – One More Thing
How will the Buffalo Bills handle their offseason without Sean McDermott at the helm? (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)
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Australian Open 2026: How to watch the Ben Shelton vs. Ugo Humbert match tonight
American tennis player Ben Shelton is the No. 8 seed in the world, and he’ll begin his campaign to unseat Jannik Sinner as the reigning champion at the Australian Open tonight when he enters the first round of play tonight. Shelton’s first opponent will be France’s Ugo Humbert, who is currently ranked No. 36. Shelton and Humbert will compete at Rod Laver Arena and the match is expected to begin around 9:30 p.m. ET, but as with all tennis tournaments, the time may fluctuate depending on the end time of the preceding match between American Madison Keys and Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova.
Tournament coverage will air across ESPN and ESPN2. The entire tournament will be available to stream for ESPN Unlimited subscribers. Here’s what you need to know about the 2026 Australian Open.
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How to watch Ben Shelton vs. Ugo Humbert at the Australian Open:
Date: Monday, January 19
Time (estimated): not before 9:30 p.m. ET (after Madison Keys vs. Oleksandra Oliynykova)
Location: Rod Laver Arena
TV channel: re-air on ESPN2 at 11:15 p.m.
Streaming: ESPN+, ESPN Unlimited
When is the Ben Shelton vs. Ugo Humbert match at the 2026 Australian Open?
American Ben Shelton will play France’s Ugo Humbert in the first round at the Australian Open tonight, Jan. 19, 2026.
Ben Shelton vs. Ugo Humbert match start time:
Tonight’s first round match between Ben Shelton and Ugo Humbert is estimated to start around 9:30 p.m., immediately following the Madison Keys vs. Oleksandra Oliynykova match, which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. The match will stream live on ESPN Unlimited, but note that it will be broadcast later, with coverage starting at 11:15 p.m. ET, on ESPN2.
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Australian Open channel:
In the U.S., the Australian Open will air on ESPN, with the entire tournament streaming on ESPN+ for Unlimited subscribers. Select tournament coverage will also air on ESPN2, before moving to ESPN for the semifinals and beyond.
How to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Where to watch the 2026 Australian Open without cable:
If you want to catch every match of the Australian Open and don’t currently subscribe to ESPN+, cable or a live TV streaming service, in Australia a majority of the action will be streaming free with ads on 9Now.
Don’t live in the land down under? Don’t worry, you can still stream like you do with the help of a VPN. A VPN (virtual private network) helps protect your data, can mask your IP address and is perhaps most popular for being especially useful in the age of streaming. Whether you’re looking to watch Friends on Netflix (which left the U.S. version of the streamer back in 2019) or tune in to tennis coverage without a cable package, a VPN can help you out. Looking to try a VPN for the first time? This guide breaks down the best VPN options for every kind of user.
ExpressVPN also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, in case you’re nervous about trying a VPN.
Australian Open 2026 schedule:
All times Eastern
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Saturday, January 17
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 18
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 19
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 20
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 21
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 22
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 23
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 24
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 25
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 26
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 27
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 28
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 12) Women’s Semifinals: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 29
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 8:00 p.m.
Friday, January 30
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 3:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 31
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(Day 14) Women’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Sunday, February 1
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(Day 15) Men’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Who is playing in the 2026 Australian Open?
The top 10 seeded players for the singles draws are listed below.
Men’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Carlos Alcaraz
2. Jannik Sinner
3. Alexander Zverev
4. Novak Djokovic
5. Felix Auger-Aliassime
Women’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Aryna Sabalenka
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2. Iga Swiatek
3. Amanda Anisimova
4. Coco Gauff
5. Elena Rybakina
Australian Open prize money:
For 2026, the men’s and women’s singles winners of the Australian Open each get $4,150,000, with the runner-up receiving $2,150,000 and Semi-finalists $1,250,000.
More ways to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Goalies Alex Nedeljkovic, Sergei Bobrovsky drop gloves and fight during Sharks-Panthers matchup
The San Jose Sharks defeated the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers on Monday, 4-1. However, the final score is an afterthought from a game that featured both teams’ goaltenders dropping the gloves and fighting.
Yeah, that’s right. There is a national championship college football game in Miami, but there was also a goalie fight approximately 30 miles away at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
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The Sharks’ Alex Nedeljkovic and Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky threw hands at the 14-minute mark of the third period. The confrontation was the culmination of a melee that began when Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues hit Sharks defenseman Vincent Desharnais hard behind the net.
Desharnais was playing in his first game since November, missing time due to an elbow injury that required surgery. So his teammates may have been particularly uneasy about him taking a big hit. Especially one that appeared to come after the play was whistled dead. Demonstrating that heightened concern, Nedeljkovic quickly responded by shoving Rodrigues.
As several players tussled at the boards, Bobrovsky skated from his side of the ice, dropped his gloves and zeroed in on Nedeljkovic.
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For a player who had never gotten into a fight during his 16-year NHL career, Bobrovsky didn’t hesitate to take on Nedeljkovic. This was also the first NHL fight for the Sharks goaltender, but he had previously tussled with fellow goalie Ryan Massa when he played in the ECHL, according to The Athletic (via HockeyFights.com).
Did Nedeljkovic win the fight? If the outcome was determined by Bobrovsky falling to the ice first, then yes. But neither player appeared to land a solid or decisive punch. The Sharks players tapped their sticks on the ice and boards to show support for their teammate, however. Meanwhile, Panthers fans supported Bobrovsky by chanting, “Bobby! Bobby! Bobby!”
Bobrovsky versus Nedeljkovic was also the first fight between goalies in an NHL game since 2020, according to SportsNet.
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Neither goaltender was ejected from the game, though both were issued five-minute penalties for fighting and two-minute penalties for leaving their respective creases. Altogether, 16 penalty minutes were assessed for the fight, including two minutes to Desharnais for tripping.
The Panthers (25-20-3) have lost six of their past 10 games, dropping to seventh place in the Atlantic Division and 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Sharks (also 25-20-3) are third in the Pacific Division and hold the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference.
Kansas high school basketball referee on leave following viral flop after ejecting player
A longtime Kansas high school basketball referee is stepping away from officiating after a ridiculous clip of him flopping while working a game on Friday night went viral.
The Kansas State High School Activities Association released a statement on Monday saying it was aware of the incident during a girls basketball game between Bonner Springs and Eudora, which Jeff Freeman was officiating. During the second half, Freeman gave a Bonner Springs player a technical foul for arguing over a call. That player quickly earned a second technical, too, and was ejected.
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As that player left the court, she and Bonner Springs head coach Peyton Leslie approached the referee to keep talking about the play. The player can be seen slightly touching the official, who then fell back to the court with his arms completely extended moments later.
An angle of the incident from the other side showed Freeman’s fall. He very clearly looked at the player, unmoved by the minimal contact, and then fell back to the court after a long pause. The player in question, coach and the other official all looked completely stunned.
Freeman will be taking a step back from officiating for the near future. It’s unclear how long he will be sidelined, or if he will face any other discipline.
“It was determined the appropriate course of action is to have the official, identified as Jeff Freeman, take a break from active officiating in order to pursue appropriate outcomes for the official and all stakeholders,” the KSHSAA said in a statement on Monday to Fox4KC.
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Freeman continued to officiate the game after that, and he worked a boys varsity game immediately after, too.
Freeman has been an official for over 30 years in the state, and is a former educator. He said he has a medical condition, and is planning to visit his neurologist on Tuesday.
“Ask my fellow officials, coaches, athletic directors, etc. about me. My reputation is stellar,” Freeman said in his statement. “I do not want any additional punishment to that player, coach, or school, it was not their fault.”
Australian Open 2026: How to watch the Naomi Osaka vs. Antonia Ruzic first round match
Japan’s Naomi Osaka is bringing her forehand, her stylish outfits and, hopefully, her Labubus, to the Australian Open this week when she enters the first round in a match against Croatia’s Antonia Ruzic. The two women will meet in Rod Laver Arena for a match that begins bright and early, at approximately 5 a.m. ET on Tuesday, January 20. They’ll take the court once the Jannik Sinner vs. Hugo Gaston men’s match, which is scheduled for 3 a.m. ET, is completed.
Tournament coverage will air across ESPN and ESPN2. The entire tournament will be available to stream for ESPN Unlimited subscribers. Here’s what you need to know about the 2026 Australian Open.
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How to watch Naomi Osaka vs. Antonia Ruzic at the Australian Open:
Date: Tuesday, January 20
Time (estimated): not before 5 a.m. ET
Location: Rod Laver Arena
TV channel: ESPN2
Streaming: ESPN Unlimited
When is the Naomi Osaka vs. Antonia Ruzic match at the 2026 Australian Open?
Naomi Osaka plays Antonia Ruzic in the first round at the Australian Open on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.
Naomi Osaka vs. Antonia Ruzic match start time:
The first round match between Osaka and Ruzic is estimated to start around 5 a.m., following the Jannik Sinner vs. Hugo Gaston men’s match, which is scheduled for 3 a.m. ET.
Australian Open channel:
In the U.S., the Australian Open will air on ESPN, with the entire tournament streaming on ESPN+ for Unlimited subscribers. Select tournament coverage will also air on ESPN2, before moving to ESPN for the semifinals and beyond.
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How to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Where to watch the 2026 Australian Open without cable:
If you want to catch every match of the Australian Open and don’t currently subscribe to ESPN+, cable or a live TV streaming service, in Australia a majority of the action will be streaming free with ads on 9Now.
Don’t live in the land down under? Don’t worry, you can still stream like you do with the help of a VPN. A VPN (virtual private network) helps protect your data, can mask your IP address and is perhaps most popular for being especially useful in the age of streaming. Whether you’re looking to watch Friends on Netflix (which left the U.S. version of the streamer back in 2019) or tune in to tennis coverage without a cable package, a VPN can help you out. Looking to try a VPN for the first time? This guide breaks down the best VPN options for every kind of user.
ExpressVPN also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, in case you’re nervous about trying a VPN.
Australian Open 2026 schedule:
All times Eastern
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Saturday, January 17
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 18
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(Day 1) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 19
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(Day 2) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 20
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(Day 3) Men’s and Women’s 1st Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 21
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(Day 4) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 22
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(Day 5) Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 23
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(Day 6) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 24
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(Day 7) Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 25
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(Day 8) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 7:00 p.m.
Monday, January 26
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(Day 9) Men’s and Women’s 4th Round: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 27
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(Day 10) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 28
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(Day 11) Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals: 3:00 a.m.
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(Day 12) Women’s Semifinals: 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 29
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 8:00 p.m.
Friday, January 30
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(Day 13) Men’s Semifinal: 3:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 31
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(Day 14) Women’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Sunday, February 1
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(Day 15) Men’s Final: 3:30 a.m.
Who is playing in the 2026 Australian Open?
The top 10 seeded players for the singles draws are listed below.
Men’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Carlos Alcaraz
2. Jannik Sinner
3. Alexander Zverev
4. Novak Djokovic
5. Felix Auger-Aliassime
Women’s singles seeds for the Australian Open 2026
1. Aryna Sabalenka
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2. Iga Swiatek
3. Amanda Anisimova
4. Coco Gauff
5. Elena Rybakina
Australian Open prize money:
For 2026, the men’s and women’s singles winners of the Australian Open each get $4,150,000, with the runner-up receiving $2,150,000 and Semi-finalists $1,250,000.
More ways to watch the 2026 Australian Open:
Miami RB Mark Fletcher Jr. throws punch at Indiana player after Hoosiers’ national championship game win
Miami running back Mark Fletcher threw a punch at Indiana defensive lineman Tyrique Tucker after Monday night’s national title game.
It’s unclear what prompted Fletcher to go after Tucker following the Hoosiers’ 27-21 win over the Hurricanes. Footage of the punch first surfaced on ESPN’s “SportsCenter” after the game.
Fletcher was clearly not unhappy with every Indiana player. He made a point to congratulate Miami native Fernando Mendoza after the game. Fletcher is a Miami native, too, and the title game was Mendoza’s first college start in his home city.
The junior running back was a big part of Miami’s near-upset. He broke a 57-yard TD run in the third quarter and then followed that up with a second touchdown. Both scores cut Indiana’s lead to three points, but Miami never led at any point during the game.
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Fletcher finished the game with 17 carries for 112 yards and the two touchdowns. He had said before the game that he would return for his senior season with the Hurricanes in 2026 after rushing for over 1,000 yards.