Australian Open 2026 Day 4 Highlights: Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina have made their way into Round 3, having registered clinical victories against Zhuoxuan Bai and Linda Klimovicova respectively. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz is in action in his second round fixture at the Rod Laver Arena.
The second round of the Australian Open 2026 gets underway on Wednesday with several of the tournament’s biggest names set to take centre stage in Melbourne. World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, women’s top seed Aryna Sabalenka and third seed Coco Gauff are among the stars in action as the competition gathers pace.
Alcaraz continues his quest for a maiden Australian Open crown when he faces Germany’s Yannick Hanfmann. The Spaniard is chasing the only Grand Slam missing from his collection and could become the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam. Earlier in the day, defending champion Jannik Sinner progressed after opponent Hugo Gaston retired mid-match.
In the women’s draw, Sabalenka meets Chinese qualifier Zhuoxuan Bai, while Gauff takes on Serbia’s Olga Danilovic in what promises to be a tricky second-round outing.
Several other seeded players are also scheduled to play, including Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev, Alex de Minaur, Frances Tiafoe, Mirra Andreeva, Jasmine Paolini and Emma Raducanu.
Rod Laver Arena
Margaret Court Arena
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Other notable matches feature Tommy Paul, Jordan Thompson, Francisco Cerundolo, Emma Raducanu, Cameron Norrie and Clara Tauson across the outside courts.
Indian interest on Day 4 comes in the men’s doubles, where Yuki Bhambri and Sweden’s Andre Goransson face Australian wildcard pair James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt in their first-round clash on Court 13.
With marquee names spread across all major courts, Day 4 promises a packed schedule and plenty of early drama as the second round unfolds in Melbourne.
Iva Jovic marches into the third round in emphatic fashion, brushing aside Priscilla Hon 6-1, 6-2 with a dominant display. The teenager barely put a foot wrong, but a much sterner test now awaits as she prepares to take on World No. 7 Jasmine Paolini in the next round.
Frances Tiafoe is through to the third round after a commanding four-set win over Argentina’s Francisco Comesana, closing it out 6-4, 6-3, 4-6, 6-2.
The American showed power and composure when it mattered, and now a blockbuster clash awaits as he lines up against home favourite Alex de Minaur next.
Iva Jovic has come out firing on Centre Court, racing through the opening set 6–1 against Priscilla Hon. The young sensation has been flawless so far, striking cleanly, controlling the rallies, and barely putting a foot wrong as she stamps her authority on the match early.
The final match of the day on Centre Court is underway, featuring teen sensation Iva Jovic against Priscilla Hon. Jovic, who recently climbed to a career-high WTA ranking of 33, comes in as the favourite and will be looking to assert her dominance early and secure a strong start in this encounter.
Alexander Zverev has powered his way into the third round at Melbourne Park, overcoming France’s Alexandre Müller 6‑4, 4‑6, 6‑3, 6‑4 at John Cain Arena.
The German star showed resilience after dropping the second set, regaining control to close out the match.
In the third round, Zverev will face Britain’s Cameron Norrie in what promises to be a compelling showdown.
And what a finish from Alex de Minaur! After dropping the opening set, the Australian roared back to dominate Serbia’s Hamad Medjedović, taking the next three sets 6‑2, 6‑2, 6‑1.
With that impressive turnaround, de Minaur advances to the third round, where he will face the winner of the clash between Frances Tiafoe and Francisco Comesana.
KarolÃna Muchová has battled her way into the third round of the women’s singles, overcoming Alycia Parks in a thrilling three-set clash, 4‑6, 6‑4, 6‑4.
After dropping the first set, Muchová dug deep to claim the next two with grit and composure.
In the third round, she will face Magda Linette, who secured a straight-sets victory over the United States’ Ann Li, setting up an intriguing contest at the next stage.
Alex de Minaur is firing on all cylinders now, going all guns blazing against Serbia’s Hamad Medjedović as he storms through the third set.
After looking under the pump early and surrendering the opening set, the Australian has responded in emphatic fashion, raising his intensity and thriving under pressure to wrest back control of the match.
World No. 3 Alexander Zverev has well and truly found his rhythm against France’s Alexandre Müller at John Cain Arena.
After dropping the second set, the German regrouped impressively and responded with authority to take the third set 6–3.
With momentum firmly on his side, Zverev now stands just one set away from sealing the match and booking his place in the third round.
Alex de Minaur was made to work hard early on against Serbia’s Hamad Medjedović, with the Australian looking under pressure for much of the opening set.
But just when the momentum appeared to be slipping away, de Minaur responded in emphatic fashion, raising his intensity and turning the tide to produce a superb comeback in the second set.
Medjedović, however, has shown plenty of promise and resilience, and with his confidence growing, he will be eager to regroup and mount a strong challenge as the match heads into a decisive third set.
Play at Melbourne Park has been brought to a halt as rain continues to interrupt proceedings across the grounds. With showers lashing down, action on the outside courts remains suspended, leaving players and fans in a holding pattern.
The only match expected to go ahead regardless of the weather is the Centre Court clash between Priscilla Hon and Iva Jović, with the retractable roof ensuring uninterrupted play. As conditions remain uncertain, all eyes are now on Centre Court while the rest of the schedule waits for the rain to relent.
World No. 3 Alexander Zverev has been made to work hard by France’s Alexandre Müller at John Cain Arena. After taking the opening set and appearing firmly in control, the German saw the match swing as Müller fought back to claim the second.
The momentum, however, is beginning to tilt back Zverev’s way—he has secured an early break in the third set and now leads 6–3, 4–6, 3–1 as he looks to reassert his authority..
Jasmine Paolini is currently out on court in second-round action, facing Poland’s Magdalena Fręch at the hard-court major.
The No. 7 seed has her sights set on a deep run in Melbourne, especially with her Australian Open record yet to go beyond the fourth round.
This match represents another key step as Paolini looks to break new ground at Melbourne Park.
Mirra Andreeva has made her way into Round 3 of the Australian Open having beaten Maria Sakkari in straight sets. She first sealed the first set with a perfect 6-0 bagel. However, Sakkari had an improved performance in the second set, where she managed to break Andreeva's serve once. However, it was not enough for her to challenge Andreeva, who won the second set 6-4 and progressed to the next round.
Meera Andreeva beats Maria Sakkari 6-0, 6-4 in Round 2 at Margaret Court Arena
Eighth seed Mirra Andreeva is on fire at Margaret Court Arena.
She begins her second-round match by bagelling Maria Sakkari.
Sakkari, ranked 52, has had a tough few years on the tour. She failed to make it past the third round in any of the Grand Slams last year.
Third seed Alexander Zverev is in action against Alexandre Muller of France.
Zverev will be hoping to win this in straight sets and ensure he doesn't spend a lot of time on the court before the second week.
Well, Carlos Alcaraz was lucky enough to play golf with Roger Federer before his second-round match.
And here's what the Spaniard has to say about the Swiss great's golf skills.
"As beautiful as his tennis," when asked how Federer plays his golf.
Was he surprised?
"I’m not surprised either. Everything he does, he does with style. His swing is really beautiful. He plays really well — he’s only been playing golf for about two years, and his level is incredible for that time.
"I’ve been playing for five years and he already beat me, so yeah… that hurts," he said.
Carlos Alcaraz eases into the third round. Well, he was pushed to the tie-breaker in the first set, but the Spaniard, who is still searching his maiden Aus Open win, beats World No. 102 Yannick Hanfmann.
Alcaraz seems to have enjoyed that little test. The fans at Rod Laver Arena are thrilled.
That was better from Carlos Alcaraz. He powers through the second set 6-3 after having been dragged to the tie-breaker in the first. It's tough way back for Yannick Hanfmann, who has put on a fine show so far. Can Alcaraz close this out in straight sets or does the German has another push in him?
A 57-minute demolition.
10th seeds Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson defeat Austrlian wildcards James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt 6-3, 6-4 in men's doubles first-round match. A top show from Indo-Swedish pair.
With Cruz, the son of legendary Lleyton Hewitt, playing, the crowd was supporting the local wildcards. But, Yuki and Gorransson did well to hold them off.
Yuki is back in the Round of 32 of men's doubles at the Australian Open for the first time in 12 years.
Anastasia Potapova of Austria takes out former US Open champion Emma Raducanu in the second round. The 24-year-old, ranked 55 in the world, wins the women's singles match 7-6 (3), 6-2.
Not a good start to the year for the British superstar.
She reached the quarterfinal of Hobart International - a WTA 250 event - last week and was expected to reach the second week in Melbourne. But, she bows out after another disappointing Grand Slam result.
The last time Raducanu reached the second week of a Grand Slam tournament was at Wimbledon in 2024.
India's Yuki Bhambri and his Swedish partner Andre Goransson have won the opening set 6-3 against local wildcards James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt. A solid set from the Indo-Swedish pair. Yuki has been quite proactive today.
Can they get the job done in straight sets?
10th seeds Yuki Bhambri and his Swedish partner Andre Goransson are in action in the men's doubles first-round match. They are leading 2-1 in the first set against James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt of Australia. The wildcards are struggling to keep pace with Bhambri and Goransen.
The Indo-Swedish pair were knocked out in the pre-quarterfinals of an ATP 250 event in Brisbane, but they reached the semifinal of the Auckland Open last week.
Yuki has started to work with Andre this season after having had a fine run with Michael Venus in 2025. Yuki and Venus reached the US Open semifinal last year.
Carlos Alcaraz has sealed the first set through a tie-breaker after being a break down early on. The world no 1 put his power game on display after being challenged by Yannick Hanfmann's drop shots at the Rod Laver Arena. However, the Spaniard looked at his aggressive best to seal the first set.
Carlos Alcaraz wins first set 7-6 (7-4) vs Yannick Hanfmann
After being a break down, early in the match, Carlos Alcaraz has managed to win it back and the match has now gone into an intense tie breaker.
Andy Rublev has progressed to Round 3 of the Australian Open, having beaten Jamie Faria in the fourth set. The Russian returned to his usual best after losing the third set and has made his way into the next round.
Andy Rublev beats Jamie Faria 6-4, 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 in Round 2 at Margaret Court Arena
After losing the first set in an intense tie-breaker against Quentin Halys, Daniil Medvedev has drawn level to win the second one. The Russian seals it rather comfortably (6-3) to make a comeback.
Carlos Alcaraz has started his second round fixture against Yannick Hanfmann at the Rod Laver Arena. With Australian Open being the only grand slam, the 22-year-old hasn't yet conquered, Alcaraz will be raring to tick it off in this season and become the youngest player ever to achieve the career grand slam in the Open era, surpassing his compatriot Rafael Nadal.
Daniil Medvedev has lost his first set against Quentin Halys at the John Cain Arena. The duo was in an intense battle against each other, taking the match into a tie-break, where Quentin eventually emerged victorious, stretching the game to 11 points.
Quentin Halys wins 1st set 7-6 (11-9) vs Daniil Medvedev at John Cain Arena
Jamie Faria has made a remarkable comeback in his second round fixture against Andy Rublev, as he came back to win the third set at Margaret Court Arena. The Portuguese seals the third set 6-4, spoiling his rival's hopes of a straight forward victory.
Andy Rublev is making lightwork of his Portuguese opponent, winning back-to-back sets. The Russian looks well on course to make his way into Round 3, having been a domineering force in the match so far.
Andy Rublev wins 2nd set 6-3 against Jamie Faria
Aryna Sabalenka has stormed her way into Round 2 with a commanding victory over Zhuoxuan Bai at the Rod Laver Arena. After being frustrated midway through the first round, Sabaleka found her mojo back in the second set, sealing it with the utmost ease.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Zhuoxuan Bai 6-3, 6-1 in second round fixture at Rod Laver Arena
Elina Svitolina has progressed to Round 2 of the Australian Open 2026 with a straight sets victory over Linda Klimovicova at John Cain Arena. She closes out the second set in a dominating fashion, winning it 6-1against her Polish rival.
Elina Svitolina beats Linda Klimovicova 7-5, 6-1 in Round 2 at John Cain Arena
After several unforced errors, Sabalenka has finally managed to close out the first set against Zhuoxuan Bai. The defending champions seemed a bit frustrated midway through her game as the set point continued to evade her time and again. However, she held her nerve and finally got the better of her Chinese rival.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Zhuoxuan Bai 6-3 in first set
Andy Rublev is a break up against Jamie Faria in his second round fixture at the Margaret Court Arena. The Russian is on his way to close out the set as he only has to hold his serve to get ahead in the fixture.
Elina Svitolina has won her first set against Linda Klimovicova in her second round fixture. The Ukranian was made to work hard by her Polish rival, who broke her serve once, but Svitolina was up to the task and got the better of Klimovicova by earning her break back.
Elina Svitolina wins first set 7-5 vs Linda Klimovicova
Aryna Sabalenka is leading in the first set of her second round fixture against Zhuoxuan Bai. She looks well on course to sealing the set and march ahead into the tournament, closer to her title defense.
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Day 4 of the Australian Open 2026 promises a packed schedule as the second round gets underway with several of the tournament’s biggest names taking centre stage in Melbourne. World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz continues his pursuit of a maiden Australian Open title when he faces Germany’s Yannick Hanfmann, chasing the final piece needed to complete a Career Grand Slam. Top seed Aryna Sabalenka opens proceedings on Rod Laver Arena against Chinese qualifier Zhuoxuan Bai, while third seed Coco Gauff is in action later against Serbia’s Olga Danilovic.
The men’s draw also features Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev, Alex de Minaur and Frances Tiafoe across the main courts, with several seeded players looking to avoid early scares. In the women’s draw, Mirra Andreeva, Jasmine Paolini, Maria Sakkari and Emma Raducanu headline a busy day of action.
Indian interest comes in the doubles, where Yuki Bhambri teams up with Andre Goransson to face Australian wildcards James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt. With marquee matches spread across Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena and John Cain Arena, fans can expect a full day of high-quality tennis as the second round begins to shape the tournament.
India’s Yuki Bhambri teams up with Andre Goransson for their first-round doubles match against Australian wildcards Duckworth and Hewitt.
Emma Raducanu looks to build momentum as she takes on Anastasia Potapova in a high-profile women’s singles clash.
Andrey Rublev, Frances Tiafoe and home favourite Alex de Minaur feature in key second-round matches across the show courts.
Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev are both in action on Day 4 as the men’s draw begins to take shape in Melbourne.
Third seed Coco Gauff meets Serbia’s Olga Danilovic on Margaret Court Arena in what could be a tricky second-round encounter.
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz is on court against Germany’s Yannick Hanfmann as he begins his second-round clash, chasing the only major missing from his trophy cabinet.
Top seed Aryna Sabalenka takes on qualifier Zhuoxuan Bai in the first match of the day, looking to cruise into the third round without trouble.