![Fans at Rod Laver Arena witnessed Djokovic’s masterclass performance over Maestrelli. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_573-400x200.png)
Novak Djokovic defeated Francesco Maestrelli in straight sets at the Australian Open, advancing to the third round and maintaining his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title.
![Carlos Alcaraz on the court during the Australian Open. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_568-400x200.png)
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz overcame Yannick Hanfmann in straight sets to reach the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21. The 22-year-old will face Corentin Moutet or Michael Zheng next.
![Sabalenka to face Emma Raducanu or Anastasia Potapova in the third round of the Australian Open. [photo credit: Xinhua]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3d6f5664cf264d47988508b81bc7c2ca-400x200.png)
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21, defeating Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan in straight sets at Rod Laver Arena. Sabalenka will next face Emma Raducanu or Anastasia Potapova.
![Coco Gauff shows her class with an efficient victory over Danilovic at Margaret Court Arena on Wednesday, January 21. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_566-400x200.png)
American tennis star Coco Gauff advanced to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21, defeating Olga Danilovic 6-2, 6-2 in straight sets at Margaret Court Arena. Gauff will face compatriot Hailey Baptiste in the next round.
![Stephens prepares for a busy spring schedule following her return to competition. [photo credit: Sloane Stephens Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_564-400x200.png)
Sloane Stephens is prioritizing health and match play as she looks to rebuild her career following a long injury layoff that disrupted her 2025 season.
![Djokovic reacts after securing his 100th career victory at the Australian Open. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_563-400x200.png)
Novak Djokovic opened his Australian Open campaign in emphatic fashion, dismissing Pedro Martinez in straight sets as he resumed his chase for a historic 25th grand slam title.
![Alycia Parks celebrates after winning her match at the Australian Open. [Australian Open YouTube screenshot]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_561-400x200.png)
Alycia Parks overcame a first-set 0-6 loss to defeat Alexandra Eala 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the Australian Open first round. Parks will face Karolina Muchova or Jaqueline Cristian in the second round.
![Gauff in action during her opening round of the Australian Open 2026. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_558-400x200.png)
Coco Gauff opened her 2026 Australian Open run with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Kamilla Rakhimova. The world No. 3 showcased speed and precision as she aims for another deep tournament run.
![Kaye Ann Emana (third from left) earned a wild card slot to the Philippine Women's Open qualifying round after beating Elizabeth Abarquez (second from left) in the finals of the PHILTA qualifying meet at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center last Thursday night. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_557-400x200.png)
UAAP Season 87 MVP Kaye Ann Emana advanced to the Philippine Women’s Open qualifying draw after defeating NU’s Elizabeth Abarquez in a hard-fought match in Manila.
![Sabalenka hit 23 winners to secure a strong start at the Australian Open 2026. [photo credit: WTA Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_556-400x200.png)
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus began her Australian Open journey with a straight-set victory over French wildcard Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah, taking the first step toward a potential fifth Grand Slam title.