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Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys have begun their Australian Open title defences in Melbourne – and you can follow the first Grand Slam of 2026 across the BBC.<\/b><\/p>\n
World number two and reigning Wimbledon champion Sinner is bidding for a third Melbourne title in a row.<\/p>\n
Top ranked Carlos Alcaraz, who is looking to complete the career Grand Slam, will be one of the main challengers, alongside last year’s finalist Alexander Zverev and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic.<\/p>\n
American Keys capped a dream Melbourne run with victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka in last year’s final.<\/p>\n
Sabalenka, a two-time Melbourne champion, will be eager to reclaim her title, while world number two Iga Swiatek goes for a career Grand Slam.<\/p>\n
There are no British players left in the singles draws – after Cameron Norrie’s four-set defeat by Zverev – but success could yet come in the doubles and wheelchair events.<\/p>\n
There will be comprehensive coverage of the tournament across the BBC – here are the key details.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n