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Belinda Bencic turned a shaky start into a commanding comeback against Iga Swiatek, her joyful aggression putting Switzerland one win from a historic United Cup title in Perth’s electric final.
With the ATP 250 hard-court swing underway across the Tasman Sea, top seeds like Davidovich Fokina and Shelton confront career milestones, injury returns, and tactical tests that could shape their Australian summer paths.
The Australian Open 2026 qualifying draw buzzes with legacy and comeback tales as Cruz Hewitt, son of Lleyton, faces college standout Michael Zheng, while Kei Nishikori shakes off rust against Kimmer Coppejans from January 12 to 15.
Belinda Bencic’s flawless United Cup streak hit nine wins with a gritty comeback against Iga Swiatek, handing Switzerland a 1-0 edge in the 2026 final and reviving a rivalry long dominated by the world No. 2.
Aryna Sabalenka turned the pressure of a title defense into pure momentum, dismantling Marta Kostyuk in straight sets to claim her second Brisbane crown and edge past Victoria Azarenka among active WTA title leaders.
Elina Svitolina shook off 2025’s rough finish to claim her 19th WTA title at the ASB Classic, outlasting Xinyu Wang in a tense final that signals big things for her hard-court season.
Under Sydney’s evening sky, Hubert Hurkacz and Iga Swiatek seek to shatter two years of final heartbreak against a surging Switzerland led by Belinda Bencic and Stan Wawrinka. With aces flying and returns tested, Sunday’s decider at Ken Rosewall Arena promises a tactical showdown where experience meets raw power.
Amid Sydney’s scorching heat, Poland’s mixed doubles pair outlasted a battling U.S. team in tiebreak tension, capping Coco Gauff’s upset over Iga Świątek and securing a showdown with Switzerland.
Elina Svitolina overcomes early stumbles and a gritty American challenger to secure her spot in the Auckland final, where she faces China’s Wang Xinyu in a bid for early-season glory.
In a humid Hong Kong semifinal, Lorenzo Musetti turned the tide against Andrey Rublev, securing a hard-fought win that vaults him into the ATP elite and sets up a title shot.
Daniil Medvedev overcomes a barrage of errors and stubborn resistance from Alex Michelsen to secure his place in the Brisbane final, channeling late-2025 momentum into a gritty 6-4, 6-2 win.
Under Sydney’s glare, a doubles journeyman turns fatigue into fortune, partnering with a champion to chase a nation’s first title in the United Cup final.
