Melbourne, Jan 13, 2026 (AFP) - Sabalenka favourite at Australian Open but faces Swiatek, US threats

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2026-01-13

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka is favourite to win a third Australian Open in four years but faces strong competition from a United States contingent led by Coco Gauff and defending champion Madison Keys. World number two Iga Swiatek is another big threat while two-time Melbourne champion Naomi Osaka will hope to be in the mix when the first Grand Slam of the year begins on Sunday. Keys stunned title-holder Sabalenka 12 months ago in a classic three-......

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