Olivia Gadecki and John Peers Make History at the Australian Open Mixed Doubles Final

Olivia Gadecki and John Peers triumphed in the Australian Open mixed doubles final, defeating the French duo of Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard with a score of 4-6, 6-3, 10-8. This victory, achieved on January 30, 2026, marks the first time since 1989 that a team has successfully defended the Australian Open mixed doubles title. The match, held at the iconic Rod Laver Arena, lasted 93 minutes and showcased the resilience of the Australian wild-card pairing.

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The final began with Gadecki and Peers struggling to find their rhythm, losing the first set after Mladenovic and Guinard capitalized on key moments. However, the Australians regrouped in the second set, breaking their opponents' serve and taking control to level the match. In the decisive match tiebreak, Gadecki and Peers faced a 5-7 deficit but rallied to win five of the last six points, clinching the title on their second match point when Guinard hit a backhand into the net.

Aussie duo Gadecki and Peers successfully defend AO mixed doubles title

This victory is particularly significant as it not only secures Gadecki and Peers' place in Australian tennis history but also highlights their exceptional partnership. Gadecki, at 23 years old, and 37-year-old Peers have demonstrated a strong on-court synergy, overcoming challenges throughout the tournament. Their win adds to Peers' impressive resume, marking his third Grand Slam mixed doubles title, while it is Gadecki's second.

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Following the match, Peers expressed his disbelief at their achievement, stating, “I’m sort of speechless. Thank you for playing with me again this week, and somehow we sort of snuck away with this one.” Gadecki echoed this sentiment, saying, “To hold the trophy again this year is incredible. I knew we could do it, but I didn’t think we could really do it, if you know what I mean!”

Gadecki/Peers defend Australian Open mixed doubles title

Despite their success, the French team, particularly Mladenovic, was aiming for their own historic win, seeking to become the first French pair to capture the mixed doubles title at the Australian Open since 2004. Mladenovic's experience as a former mixed doubles champion added pressure to the match, and her performance was closely scrutinized as the match progressed.

Olivia Gadecki, John Peers repeat in Australian Open mixed doubles

With this victory, Gadecki and Peers have set a new benchmark in Australian tennis, becoming the first all-Australian team to defend the mixed doubles title in 62 years. Their success not only highlights their individual talents but also the potential for future Australian pairings in mixed doubles competitions. The duo's journey will be closely followed as they continue to compete in upcoming tournaments, aiming to build on their historic achievements.

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