Tennis’s first Grand Slam of the year, staged at Melbourne Park
Jannik Sinner has announced a course of treatment for inflammation in his knee, following his Wimbledon title. He will miss the remainder of the 2026 season as he prioritises long-term health, with Beijing and Shanghai’s outcomes shaping the race for world No. 1 as Alex Zverev closes in.
Jannik Sinner has advanced to the next round, defeating his opponent in straight sets to reach the last 16 at Wimbledon. The victory continues his strong form on grass, as the Italian aims for back-to-back Grand Slam titles.
Updated Wimbledon coverage shows notable moments: Muchova advances to a potential final, Schuurs collides with a ball girl but remains in match, and de Minaur opens up on the mental toll after a loss, with Cobolli advancing further; Sabalenka exits in straight sets to Osaka.
Arthur Fery has advanced to the Wimbledon men’s semi-finals as a wildcard, defeating Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to continue his historic fairytale run. He will face Alexander Zverev in the next round, while British fans celebrate a rare deep run by a homegrown player.
Two Czech finalists are set to compete in Wimbledon 2026 after dramatic semi-finals. Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova have reached the final, with Noskova defeating Marta Kostyuk and Muchova surviving a battle with Coco Gauff to claim a spot in the showpiece. The weekend promises a first-time Wimbledon women’s champion from the Czech Republic.
Jannik Sinner has retained his Wimbledon men's singles title, beating Alexander Zverev 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 on Centre Court. The world No.1 has claimed his fifth Grand Slam and his second consecutive Wimbledon crown after recovering from a shock French Open exit last month.
Tokito Oda has won Wimbledon’s wheelchair men’s singles, defeating Alfie Hewett in straight sets to claim his sixth consecutive Grand Slam title. Oda, 20, has now matched Hewett on Grand Slam singles titles at 10 each, while Shingo Kunieda remains the all-time leader with 28. Hewett also secured a doubles title with Gordon Reid, but fell short in the singles final.
The PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Asian Tour have formalised a multi-year alliance through 2029, with some events co-sanctioned again and pathways for Asian players to reach European and Challenge Tour events. The move follows LIV’s weakened position after Saudi funding shifts, and prompts reactions from players such as Rory McIlroy.
Wrist injuries are challenging for top players. Carlos Alcaraz’s ongoing tenosynovitis has forced him to withdraw from the Cincinnati Open. Experts say recovery varies, and longer absences can become permanent without proper rehab. Raducanu’s US Open absence adds another layer to the sport’s injury picture as players face intensified schedules and technology-driven impacts.
The WTA has instituted one-off mandatory gene-testing for all players to compete at the 2028 Olympics, aiming to distinguish biological sex from gender identity. Players including Sabalenka have supported the policy, while critics warn of privacy and rights concerns. The policy has drawn comparisons to other sports and sparked debate about transgender athletes in competition.
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to an ongoing wrist issue, extending a layoff since April. His return remains uncertain as he targets the US Open, where he is the defending champion. Medical updates indicate tenosynovitis, with recovery potentially spanning weeks to months. The news affects his 2026 schedule and fans awaiting a comeback.
London hosts the first Premier Padel event in England as Olympia hosts London P1. The event is sold out across four days, drawing 20,000 fans. World No.1 duo Coello and Tapia lead the field; British players participate, with Medina Murphy delivering a standout home performance before a last-32 exit. Organisers anticipate a bigger, better edition next year.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Masters 1000 in Cincinnati after consulting with doctors and his team, citing knee pain and the need to focus on the US Open. The move keeps him out of several key North American events as top players contend with injuries.
In the lead-up to the US Open, Elena Rybakina has recovered to win her Toronto quarterfinal and eyes a potential return to the top ranking, while Aryna Sabalenka suffers another setback as Bejlek upsets the world No. 1. American stars Gauff and Pegula also advance, setting up a heavyweight semifinal lineup.
Iga Swiatek has won the Canadian Open, her first title in 11 months, amid intense scrutiny at home. She has spoken about anger at critics and says she will keep growing, while praising her new coach Francisco Roig. The victory returns her to the top five.
Czech qualifier Sara Bejlek has upset world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Cincinnati, rallying from 5-1 down in the first-set tiebreak and saving two set points to win 7-6(7) 6-4. The result puts Elena Rybakina’s hold on the top ranking in jeopardy as she can replace Sabalenka at the summit by reaching the final.
Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed he will return to competitive tennis at the US Open after missing more than four months with a right wrist injury. The 23-year-old is seeded second at Flushing Meadows, where organisers have increased the total prize fund to a record $108m and will launch a grand slam player advisory council after the tournament.
The US Open has announced Serena Williams will partner Carlos Alcaraz in the mixed doubles main draw. The pair will compete in the revamped two-day, 16-team format with a $1 million prize. Williams is not planning singles, while Alcaraz is returning from a right wrist injury.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the US Open because of a right knee issue. He has not played since winning Wimbledon and has been undergoing tests; his decision reshapes seeding and hands a clearer path to the title for rivals including Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev and several top Americans.
Roger Federer has been inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport after a storied career that included 20 Grand Slam titles. In the run-up, he has performed exhibition matches in New York, signaling a lasting legacy beyond competition and underscoring his impact on fans and the sport.
The ITIA has handed Markéta Vondroušová a four-year ban for denying a doping control at her home in December 2025. The ban is set to end on 21 June 2030. CAS is reviewing the appeal, with a hearing date not yet scheduled. Vondroušová maintains she has never doped and faced months of stress linked to the case.
The Williams sisters have been granted a wildcard to compete in the US Open doubles, reuniting after their last New York appearance in 2022. Serena has returned to tennis this summer and will not play singles, while Venus is entering singles and doubles as she pursues a continued comeback. The duo will begin their campaign in New York in early September, with the doubles final scheduled for 11 September.
Wawrinka has been granted a wild-card entry to the 2026 US Open after Patrick Kypson withdrew, allowing the 41-year-old to bid farewell on tennis’ biggest stage in New York.
Arthur Fery’s US Open campaign ends in a first-round defeat after a strong Wimbledon breakthrough. Musetti advances, setting up a second-round clash with Sweeny as British hopes shift to the North American hard-court season.
Djokovic has been eliminated in the first round of a Grand Slam by Mariano Navone in a four hours and 36 minutes marathon match, marking his first early exit in a major since 2006 and continuing health-related struggles under humid conditions.
Novak Djokovic has reached the US Open round one but battles a serious health issue that has him vomiting and cramping. He says the condition is
The 17-year-old Frodin, who has a background in film as Serena Williams’ body double, is making her US Open singles debut after earning a wildcard via the USTA Girls’ 18s National Championships. She is facing Elena Rybakina in New York, with prior matches in qualifying and on the doubles side.
Naomi Osaka has continued her high-profile fashion storytelling at the US Open, wearing a basketball-inspired, Allen Iverson tribute outfit while advancing to the second round with a straight-sets win. The look blends Nike’s basketball theme with nods to Iverson, echoing past grand-slam entrances and building anticipation for further stylistic reveals.
Aryna Sabalenka has retained focus at the US Open, addressing questions about off-court activities while stressing that training and mental strength drive her. She is preparing for the next rounds after a dominant performance, with analysts noting the evolving landscape as rivals push for top rankings.
Coco Gauff has reached the fourth round in New York while Iva Jovic eyes another deep run, with both Americans standing in the way of a potential quarterfinal clash and a growing U.S. tilt at the tournament.
Influencers have been credentialed to cover the U.S. Open, doubling from last year. Disruptions during matches have drawn criticism from players and observers about etiquette and the balance between growing the sport and preserving on-court focus. Naomi Osaka and other stars say etiquette must guide fan coverage as attendance rises.
Sabalenka has reached the final seeking a third straight US Open title, while Rybakina eyes a first, after Ripyabkina victory over Gauff. The final will test Sabalenka’s dominance and Rybakina’s continued rise as rankings clash.
Germany's Alexander Zverev has won his second Grand Slam title of 2026, defeating Ben Shelton in four sets at the US Open. The victory secures Zverev's status as a multiple major champion while extending the American wait for a homegrown winner.
British pair Skupski and Harrison claim the men's doubles title at the US Open, saving a championship point to beat Puetz and Krawietz in a deciding-set tiebreak. Townsend and Siniakova complete the women’s doubles career slam with a straight-sets win, while Siniakova becomes a perennial year-end No. 1 in doubles with more titles.
Elena Rybakina has moved to world No. 1 after defeating Aryna Sabalenka en route to winning the US Open final. Rybakina seals the top ranking while Sabalenka ends the year without a Grand Slam title, after a season of high drama and new milestones.
Elena Rybakina has won the US Open, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 5-7 6-2 to become the new World No. 1. The victory caps a breakthrough year that included an Australian Open title and a Wimbledon triumph, while Sabalenka ends the season without a Grand Slam title. The outcome also ends Sabalenka’s long run atop the rankings and sets up a fresh chapter in their rivalry.
The DP World Tour has revised its 2027 calendar as the Ryder Cup moves Ireland-ward, prompting date shuffles for key events and a reordering of the European circuit’s calendar. Several tournaments relocate in the lead-up to the 2027 season, with Wentworth and other Rolex Series events affected along with national opens and Open Qualifying Series slots.
Investors are recalibrating portfolios as fresh data and ongoing policy updates push markets toward new equilibria. Experts say the changes will shape asset valuations, inflation expectations, and risk appetite in the near term.