Novak Djokovic equals Roger Federer’s Wimbledon wins record after reaching the fourth round as Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka advance, while Daniil Medvedev crashes out in a major upset

Wimbledon 2026: Djokovic equals Federer's record as Sinner, Sabalenka and Osaka advance; Medvedev knocked out

Wimbledon has not seen the same women's singles winner since Serena Williams won back-to-back in 2015 and 2016. Sabalenka, meanwhile, has never reached the final with her best being semis in 2021, 2023, and 2025.

Wimbledon 2026 | Ex-India player Vijay Amritraj picks Sabalenka to win women's singles

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Naomi Osaka to reach the French Open quarterfinals as Matteo Berrettini, Matteo Arnaldi, and Felix Auger-Aliassime advance

French Open 2026: Sabalenka ends Osaka challenge to reach quarterfinals; Berrettini advances

Aryna Sabalenka faces Naomi Osaka in the first French Open women's night match in three years, while the men's draw opens up after major upsets at Roland Garros

French Open 2026: World no 1 Sabalenka faces Osaka in historic night clash

Top men's and women's players are not happy about 9.5% increment in prize money for the French Open 2026 and Sinner may join other players in boycotting the tournament.

French Open 2026 | Sinner to boycott Roland Garros? World no. 1 says it is 'about respect'

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has sparked controversy after signaling she could boycott Grand Slam tournaments over prize money concerns. The Belarusian star expressed frustration over financial structures in major tournaments, calling for fairer compensation for players. Her remarks have reignited debate around revenue sharing in tennis, with questions now emerging over whether top players could take collective action if demands are not met.

Aryna Sabalenka Ready to Boycott Grand Slams Over Prize Money 

World No. 1s Sabalenka and Sinner threaten a Grand Slam boycott over a French Open prize money dispute. As Roland Garros looms, see why players are demanding a fairer revenue share.

Sabalenka, Sinner ready to boycott Grand Slams over prize money

The French Open 2026 has increased the prize money for the upcoming edition to $72.37 million, which is 9.5% more than the last year's prize money. 

French Open 2026 | 'Far short of 22%': Players including Djokovic, Sinner and Sabalennka not happy with prize money

Sabalenka was most surprised on Monday (Mar 23) after beating China's Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-4 in Round of 16. The win had put Sabalenka in her 15th consecutive WTA Tour quarterfinal but that was not the reason for her excitement but a $100 Golden Glizzy hotdog with gold sprinkles on top.

Sabalenka gets more excited with $100 exotic Golden Glizzy hotdog than R16 win at Miami Open - WATCH

Sabalenka is not happy with the comments of Dubai Open tournament director Salah Tahlak, who had said: "I think there should be a harsher punishment on the players, not just fines, they should be docked ranking points." Tahlak's comments after Sabalenka had withdrawn from the tournament.

'Tournaments not protecting us': Sabalenka not going to Dubai Open in future after director's 'ridiculous' comments

Playing in her fourth consecutive final, Aryna Sabalenka was unable to showcase her magic in the final as Elena Rybakina emerged victorious 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. With this, she also won her second Grand Slam title, having won the 2022 Wimbledon title.

Australian Open final: Elena Rybakina reigns supreme, beats Aryna Sabalenka to clinch maiden title

In the Australian Open, the last time two finalists reached the women's singles final were Justine Henin and Kim Clijsters back in 2004. Both the players had also played the AO 2023 final and Sabalenka had emerged victorious back then.

AO 2026 | 'First of its kind since 2004': Sabalenka-Rybakina road to historic women's singles final

Sabalenka is a Belarussian player and Svitolina comes from Ukraine. The two countries are having strained relations because of Russia-Ukraine war in which Belarus sides with Russia. Speaking about it, Sabalenka said: "They have been doing it for so long, it’s their decision and I respect that."

AO 2026 | 'There will be no handshake': Shocking display board message at Sabalenka-Svitolina semis

The stoppage by chair umpire in the fourth game of the second set was because of the 'hinderance call'. "What?" was Sabalenka's reaction to which the umpire replied: "You went, ‘Uh-aya'. You don’t make the normal sound." Sablenka, however, won the match 6-2, 6-3 in straight sets.

AO 2026 | 'You went, Uh-aya': Sabalenka's semis win vs Svitolina mired by hinderance call controversy

Playing at the Rod Laver Arena, Elena Rybakina outclassed Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-6 and won the contest in less than two hours. 

Australian Open 2026: Rybakina sweeps past Pegula in straight sets, to face Sabalenka in repeat of 2023 final

Sabalenka was also in the final of Australian Open 2025 but lost unexpectedly to Madison Keys - somthing she would be hoping to avoid in the final this time when she plays winner of Rybakina vs Pegula on Saturday (Jan 30).

AO 2026  | '76 minutes of great tennis': Sabalenka enters fourth straight final after straight sets win over Svitolina

Whoop was approved by WTA in 2021 and was approved by the ATP in 2024. Last year, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) also approved it for the usage during matches. The grand slam organisers, however, have not approved it yet.

AO 2026 | 'Not steroids': What is Whoop band - Sabalenka, Sinner, Alcaraz asked to remove fitness device

The Belarusian muscled past the emerging superstar 6-3, 6-0 to accelerate her bid for a third Melbourne title.

Aryna Sabalenka muscles past American teen to reach Australian Open semis

Hot favourite to win the first Slam of the year, Sabalenka beat the 19-year-old in straight sets 6-1, 7-6 (7/1) at the Rod Laver Arena. 

Aryna Sabalenka ends Canadian teen's dream to stroll into Australian Open quarters

Women’s top seed Aryna Sabalenka also battled her way into the fourth round after a narrow win over Austria’s Anastasia Potapova. Elsewhere, 2021 US Open champion Daniil Medvedev had to battle a five-setter against Fabian Marozsan to book his place in the next round.

Australian Open: Alcaraz, Sabalenka headline day six, Medvedev through after five-setter

Oliynykova's t-shirt at the post-match presser read, ‘I need your help to protect Ukrainian women and children, but I can’t talk about it here.’

Australian Open 2026: Belarus' Sabalenka shuts down 'political talks' after Ukrainian's call for ban

The 27-year-old Belarusian, fresh from winning the season-opening Brisbane International, made a sloppy start in losing the first three points of the match when serving.

World no 1 Sabalenka makes shaky start at Australian Open 2026; manages selfie with Federer – WATCH

Ahead of the upcoming Australian Open 2026, here’s all you need to know, including prize money, top seeds, live streaming and broadcast details.

Australian Open 2026: Here's all you need to know, including prize money, top seeds, live streaming and more

After main draw starts on Jan 21, the men's semis will be played on Jan 30 with the final set to take place on February 1 while the women's semis are scheduled to be played on Jan 29 with final set for Jan 31.

Australian Open 2026: Alcaraz, Sinner and Sabalenka, Swiatek top seed players

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Wimbledon 2026: Djokovic equals Federer's record as Sinner, Sabalenka and Osaka advance; Medvedev knocked out

Wimbledon 2026 | Ex-India player Amritraj picks Sabalenka to win women's singles

French Open 2026: Sabalenka ends Osaka challenge to book spot in quarterfinals

French Open 2026: World no 1 Sabalenka faces Osaka in historic night clash

Sinner to boycott French Open? World no. 1 says it is 'about respect'

Aryna Sabalenka Ready to Boycott Grand Slams Over Prize Money

Sabalenka, Sinner ready to boycott Grand Slams over prize money

French Open 2026 | 'Far short of 22%': Top players not happy with prize money

WATCH | Sabalenka surprised with $100 Golden Glizzy hotdog after Miami Open win

Sabalenka not going to Dubai Open in future after director's 'ridiculous' remark

Australian Open: Rybakina reigns supreme, beats Sabalenka to clinch maiden title

AO 2026 | 'First of its kind': Sabalenka-Rybakina road to historic final

AO 2026 | Shocking 'No handshake' message at Sabalenka-Svitolina semis

AO 2026 | 'You went, Uh-aya': Sabalenka's semis win vs Svitolina mired by hinderance call controversy

AO: Rybakina sweeps past Pegula in straight sets, to face Sabalenka in final

AO 2026: Sabalenka in fourth straight final after straight sets win vs Svitolina

AO 2026 | 'Not steroids': What is Whoop - Players asked to remove fitness band

Aryna Sabalenka muscles past American teen to reach Australian Open semis

Sabalenka ends Canadian teen's dream to stroll into Australian Open quarters

AO 2026: Alcaraz, Sabalenka headline day six, Medvedev through after five-setter

Belarus' Sabalenka shuts down 'political talks' after Ukrainian's call for ban

Australian Open: Sabalenka makes shaky start; manages selfie with RF – WATCH

Australian Open 2026: Here's all you need to know, including top seeds and more

Australian Open 2026: Alcaraz, Sinner and Sabalenka, Swiatek top seed players