Australian Open 2026: TV Guide and Major Storylines
The 2026 Australian Open begins on 18 January. Find out how to watch on TV in the UK, see the key storylines including Alcaraz's career slam bid, and learn about the record prize money.
The 2026 Australian Open begins on 18 January. Find out how to watch on TV in the UK, see the key storylines including Alcaraz's career slam bid, and learn about the record prize money.
All the details for the 2026 Australian Open draw, including top seeds Carlos Alcaraz & Aryna Sabalenka, historic wildcard Venus Williams, and key players to watch. Full analysis inside.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Venus Williams, 45, pushed world No. 52 Magda Linette to three sets in Auckland, proving her enduring competitiveness ahead of the Australian Open. Read the full match analysis.
The cult US burger chain Shake Shack makes its Australian debut at the 2026 Australian Open's TOPCOURT precinct. Find out how to get your hands on the iconic ShackBurger from January 12.
Discover a revitalising weekend retreat at Another Place, The Lake in the Lake District. From lakeside saunas to open-water swimming, we review the food, accommodation, and unique experiences on offer at this Ullswater hotel.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
Find out which 39 McDonald's restaurants are open across the UK on Christmas Day 2025, with full location details and specific trading hours for the festive period.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
KFC has confirmed nearly 90 UK branches will serve customers on 25 December via drive-thru, delivery, and dine-in. Check the full list and festive menu details here.
Not celebrating Christmas? Discover unique activities, open venues, and ideas for a memorable December 25th in the UK. Explore quiet streets, start new traditions, and find open restaurants.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Emma Raducanu faces a dramatic rankings drop ahead of Wimbledon, while fellow Brit Katie Boulter makes history as British number one. Get the latest on British tennis standings and Wimbledon prospects.
Former world number one Naomi Osaka withdraws from Toray Pan Pacific Open with abdominal injury, casting doubt on her comeback tournament on home soil.
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka withdraws from Tokyo tournament after battling illness, disappointing home fans in her comeback event.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu faces another worrying health episode as medical staff conducted blood pressure checks during her match in Korea, just days after retiring from Wuhan Open with illness.
US Open champion Coco Gauff makes surprising admission about Andy Murray's influence on her Olympic dreams ahead of Wuhan Open campaign
American qualifier Amanda Anisimova delivers stunning victory over US Open champion Coco Gauff in Beijing quarter-finals, marking her third top-10 win of 2024.
Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz captures his seventh ATP title of the season with a commanding straight-sets victory over American Taylor Fritz at the Tokyo Open.
World number one Carlos Alcaraz overcomes physical distress and medical intervention to secure hard-fought quarter-final win against Taylor Fritz at the Japan Open.
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy delivers a stunning hole-in-one during the Scottish Open pro-am, winning a cool £1 million prize while playing alongside celebrities including Caroline Wozniacki.