Jannik Sinner is one win away from competing for a third consecutive Australian Open title against Carlos Alcaraz – but has legend Novak Djokovic standing in his way.
Djokovic already has 10 Melbourne Park titles among his 24 majors – and would crown his career by adding another to the list.
The legend incredibly reaches the semi-final without winning a set in either his fourth round or quarter-final matches – getting through by walkover and by retirement when Lorenzo Musetti was two-sets-to-love-up.
Sinner leads the H2H with Djokovic 6-4 and has won the last three without dropping a set.
The Sporting News is following the Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic match live, providing score updates and commentary as it happens.
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Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic live score – Australian Open semi-final
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| Set 1 | Set 2 | Set 3 | |
| [2] Jannik Sinner (ITA) | 1 | ||
| [4] Novak Djokovic (SRB)* | 0 |
Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic updates, highlights and commentary
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Sinner* 1-0 Djokovic
We are off and running here. Relatively simple hold for Sinner to 15 to start this match.
JANNIK SINNER TO SERVE – MATCH START
9:20 PM: Players are out warming up. We will be starting very soon.
9:15 PM: Djokovic and Sinner are making their way through the player tunnels to Rod Laver Arena. They will be entering the court shortly.
9:10 PM: We are still waiting to get the night session crowd into RLA for tonight’s match. So we aren’t starting any time soon. Maybe 15-20 minutes away – minimum.
8:45 PM (local time): Welcome to Rod Laver Arena for tonight’s semi-final match between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic.
How to watch the Australian Open: TV channel, free-to-air guide in Australia
The Nine Network is the free-to-air home of the Australian Open in 2026.
All key matches will be broadcast free on TV across the Channel 9 and 9Gem channels.
Broadcast schedules will be determined on a daily basis but matches involving Australians and other notable players will typically receive free-to-air priority.
Channel 9 will serve as the main broadcast channel with 9Gem also providing day-long coverage.
Australian Open live stream: How to watch online in Australia
Aussie fans can stream this year’s Australian Open on subscription service Stan Sport.
In 2026 every match will be streamed live and on demand in 4K, making it the perfect choice for dedicated tennis fans who want uninterrupted coverage.
Stan Sport will also feature tournament shoulder programming including the magazine-style show Grand Slam Daily streaming every morning.
