2026 Australian Open: Updated Order of Play and Tournament Schedule

The Australian Open is drawing closer to its climax, with the quarter-finals scheduled for Wednesday, January 28. This pivotal day will determine the final four contenders in the singles draws, setting the stage for thrilling semi-finals.

2026 Australian Open: Quarter-Final Matches

Among the notable matchups, Iga Swiatek aims for her first Australian Open title. She faces fifth seed Elena Rybakina, who has regained her top form. Additionally, the day features an exciting all-American showdown between Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula. Both players are eager for their first grand slam victory.

In the men’s draw, Novak Djokovic seeks further grand slam history against fifth seed Lorenzo Musetti. Defending champion Jannik Sinner will also be in action, competing against Ben Shelton, who is ready to challenge Sinner more seriously than last year.

Order of Play for Wednesday, January 28

• Rod Laver Arena
• 12:30 AM GMT
• 8:00 AM GMT
• Match Format:
  • 2 men’s singles quarter-finals
  • 2 women’s singles quarter-finals
  • 2 men’s doubles quarter-finals
  • 2 women’s doubles quarter-finals
  • 2 mixed doubles semi-finals
  • 4 men’s wheelchair singles quarter-finals
  • 4 women’s wheelchair singles quarter-finals
  • 4 boys’ singles third round
  • 2 girls’ singles third round

Upcoming Days

Following the quarter-finals, the tournament will progress with the following schedule:

• Thursday, January 29:
  • 2 women’s singles semi-finals
  • 2 men’s doubles semi-finals
  • 2 women’s doubles semi-finals
  • 2 men’s and 2 women’s wheelchair singles semi-finals
  • 4 boys’ singles third round
  • 2 girls’ singles third round
• Friday, January 30:
  • 2 men’s singles semi-finals
  • Mixed doubles final
  • Men’s wheelchair doubles final
  • Women’s wheelchair doubles final
  • 4 boys’ singles quarter-finals
  • 2 girls’ singles quarter-finals
• Saturday, January 31:
  • Women’s singles final
  • Men’s doubles final
  • Women’s doubles final
  • Men’s wheelchair singles final
  • Women’s wheelchair singles final
  • 2 boys’ singles semi-finals
  • 2 girls’ singles semi-finals
• Sunday, February 1:
  • Men’s singles final
  • Boys’ singles final
  • Girls’ singles final

As the tournament progresses, fans can expect electrifying matches leading to the finals at the 2026 Australian Open.