Seeds Announced for 2026 Australian Open
The Australian Open has announced its seedings for the 2026 tournament, highlighting intriguing matchups and notable players. The top seeds reflect strong potential rivalries and past performances, setting the stage for an exciting competition.
Top Seeds for the 2026 Australian Open
- Men’s Seeds:
- 1. Carlos Alcaraz (ESP)
- 2. Jannik Sinner (ITA)
- 3. Alexander Zverev (GER)
- 4. Novak Djokovic (SRB)
- 5. Lorenzo Musetti (ITA)
- 6. Alex de Minaur (AUS)
- 7. Felix Auger-Aliassime (CAN)
- 8. Ben Shelton (USA)
- 9. Taylor Fritz (USA)
- 10. Alexander Bublik (KAZ)
- Women’s Seeds:
- 1. Aryna Sabalenka
- 2. Iga Swiatek (POL)
- 3. Coco Gauff (USA)
- 4. Amanda Anisimova (USA)
- 5. Elena Rybakina (KAZ)
- 6. Jessica Pegula (USA)
- 7. Jasmine Paolini (ITA)
- 8. Mirra Andreeva
- 9. Madison Keys (USA)
- 10. Belinda Bencic (SUI)
Defending Champions and Notable Players
Madison Keys returns as the defending champion, seeded at No. 9. She became a surprise winner in 2025 after defeating major contenders like Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka. On the men’s side, Daniil Medvedev, a three-time Australian Open finalist, stands out as the only seeded player outside the top four to have won a Grand Slam.
Alex de Minaur, now seeded sixth, is the highest-ranked Australian male participant in two decades. His emergence as a contender adds excitement for local fans.
Aussie Representation
Maya Joint, seeded 30th, marks a milestone as the first Australian woman to achieve a seed since Ash Barty won the title in 2022. This development adds to the local anticipation for the upcoming championship.
Looking ahead, this year’s Australian Open promises thrilling encounters, as top players gear up for competition. The anticipation builds for a potential showdown between the top seeds.
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