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As expected, Alcaraz and Sabalenka named top-seeded players at the Australian Open

January 14, 2026

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka have been named the top-seeded players for the upcoming Australian Open, starting Sunday at Melbourne Park. Alcaraz, the reigning champion, is followed by Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev in men's singles, while Sabalenka leads a strong women's field that includes Iga Świątek and Coco Gauff.

As expected, Alcaraz and Sabalenka named top-seeded players at the Australian Open

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Carlos Alcaraz is the top seed in men's singles.
Aryna Sabalenka is the top seed in women's singles.
Jannik Sinner is seeded second and Alexander Zverev third in men's singles.
Sabalenka, Świątek, and Gauff are the top three seeds in women's singles for the second year in a row.
Madison Keys is the defending champion and seeded ninth.

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As expected, Alcaraz and Sabalenka named top-seeded players at the Australian Open

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