MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Elena Rybakina finally won her second Grand Slam title with a victory over top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka at the Australian Open on Saturday, and it was something of a testament to quiet achievers.

Once dubbed the 'Happy Slam' by Roger Federer, the innovative Australian Open has gone from strength to strength - but there have been signs of discontent.

Elena Rybakina is the queen of Melbourne. Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the 2026 Australian Open women's final.

Elena Rybakina won the second grand slam title of her tennis career by claiming this year’s Australian Open with a thrilling 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory over World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final. With this win,

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz thinks he might get a small kangaroo tattooed on one leg. It would be a lasting memento of his win over Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open men's final Sunday which made him the youngest male player at 22 to complete a career Grand Slam.

Novak Djokovic’s cryptic message after his Australian Open 2026 final loss has sparked retirement and future speculation.

This fan was too serious. Tennis Hall of Famer John McEnroe was clearly frustrated during a tense encounter with a tenacious fan while at Melbourne Airport. McEnroe spent the past two weeks in Melbourne broadcasting the Australian Open.

SHREVEPORT, La. ( KTAL/KMSS) – Half of the newly crowned Australian Open doubles championship team is also a Shreveport native.

The Athletic ’s tennis team, Matthew Futterman, Charlie Eccleshare and James Hansen, present their takeaways from the first Grand Slam of 2026, from the best shots and funniest moments to the biggest disappointments and the most incredible matches.