Australian Open 2026: Live streaming, TV channel, where and how to watch?
Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys are coming as defending champions at Australian Open 2026.
The Australian Open returns to Melbourne Park for its 114th edition, marking the start of the 2026 Grand Slam season. The world’s best ATP and WTA players gather once again on the blue hard courts.
Defending champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys headline the field, both aiming to defend their Melbourne crowns. Sinner is chasing a historic third straight title, while Keys looks to add another major to her resume.
The men’s draw is stacked with elite contenders, led by World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and ten-time champion Novak Djokovic. Their presence sets the stage for a high-intensity battle at the season’s opening major.
Djokovic arrives seeking an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title, while Alcaraz eyes a career Grand Slam at just 22. Alongside Sinner, the trio has dominated recent majors, shaping a new era at the top of men’s tennis.
On the women’s side, reigning champion Keys faces stiff competition from Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and Coco Gauff, ensuring a fiercely contested race for the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup.
When and where will the Australian Open 2026 take place?
The Australian Open 2026 will take place at the Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with the main draw running from January 18 to February 1, 2026. The qualifying rounds are currently underway from January 12 to 15, 2026.
Where and how to watch live telecast and streaming of the Australian Open 2026 in India?
In India, fans can watch the Australian Open 2026 tournament live on Sony Sports and Sony Liv.
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Where and how to watch live telecast and streaming of the Australian Open 2026 in the UK?
In the UK, fans can watch live streaming of the Australian Open tournament on Eurosport.
Where and how to watch live telecast and streaming of the Australian Open 2026 in the USA?
In the USA, the Australian Open tournament will be streamed live on Tennis Channel and ESPN.
Where and how to watch live telecast and streaming of the Australian Open 2026 worldwide?
Fans worldwide can watch the tournament through their respective broadcasting channels.
| Region | Television/Streaming Channel |
|---|---|
| USA | Tennis Channel, ESPN |
| Canada | TSN, RDS |
| Australia | Stan Sport, Channel Nine |
| New Zealand | Sky NZ |
| UK and Rest of Europe | Eurosport |
| India and Subcontinent | Sony Sports |
| Latin America and Caribbean | ESPN International |
| Middle East | beIN Sports |
| Central Asia | Eurosport |
| China | CCTV, iQIYI |
| Japan | WOWOW |
| Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand | beIN Sports |
| Germany | Sportcast |
When and where will the Australian Open 2026 be held?
The Australian Open 2026 will be held at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, with the main draw running from January 18 to February 1, 2026. The qualifying rounds take place from January 12 to 15, 2026.
Who are the defending champions at the Australian Open 2026?
The defending champions are Jannik Sinner in men’s singles and Madison Keys in women’s singles.
Which players are the top contenders in the men’s singles draw?
The men’s singles draw is headlined by Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Jannik Sinner, who have dominated recent Grand Slam tournaments.
Where to watch the Australian Open 2026 in India?
In India, you can watch the Australian Open 2026 tournament live on Sony Sports and Sony Liv.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.