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Adelaide International Kicks Off January 2026 with Star Players

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Summary

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The Adelaide International begins on January 12, 2026, with defending Australian Open champion Madison Keys and world No. 10 Jack Draper.
Hometown favorite Thanasi Kokkinakis will compete alongside rising Alexei Popyrin and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
The event follows a trend of lead-up-title winners going on to Australian Open success, as Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka illustrate.
Broadcasts are on 9GEM and Stan Sport, with commentary from notable figures in tennis.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 Australian Open, held from January 14 to 27, marked its 107th edition and featured significant changes, including the introduction of final set tie-breaks. Novak Djokovic won his seventh title, defeating Rafael Nadal in the final. The tournament attracted a record attendance of 796,435 spectators, highlighting its growing popularity and the evolving dynamics of professional tennis.

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Story summary

The Adelaide International begins on January 12, 2026, with defending Australian Open champion Madison Keys and world No. 10 Jack Draper.
Hometown favorite Thanasi Kokkinakis will compete alongside rising Alexei Popyrin and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
The event follows a trend of lead-up-title winners going on to Australian Open success, as Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka illustrate.
Broadcasts are on 9GEM and Stan Sport, with commentary from notable figures in tennis.

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