Looks like even the ‘Happy Slam’ comes with its fair share of sad news. Kicking things off from January 18 to February 1, 2026, the tennis fans are in for a thrilling ride at the Australian Open. However, unfortunate turns of events have forced several men’s and women’s tennis stars to miss the tournament.

Here’s a detailed look at who is missing from the 2026 Australian Open: 

Who Has Withdrawn From the Men’s Singles?

• Jack Draper (Rank: 11)

Reason for withdrawal: Arm injury

• Holger Rune (Rank: 16)

Reason for withdrawal: Torn ACL

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• Arthur Fils (Rank: 42)

Reason for withdrawal: Back injury

• Emil Ruusuvuori (Rank: 506)

Reason for withdrawal: Not found

• Thanasi Kokkinakis (Rank: 670)

Reason for withdrawal: Shoulder injury

• Arthur Cazaux (Rank: 67)

Reason for withdrawal: Elbow injury

• Matteo Berrettini (Rank: 56)

Reason for withdrawal: Illness

• Nick Kyrgios (Rank: 671)

Reason for withdrawal: Knee and wrist

• David Goffin (Rank:117)

Reason for withdrawal: Knee injury

Who Has Withdrawn From the Women’s Singles?

• Qinwen Zheng (Rank: 25)

Reason for withdrawal: Elbow injury

• Danielle Collins (Rank: 65)

Reason for withdrawal: Back injury

• Ons Jabeur (Rank: 108)

Reason for withdrawal: Pregnancy

• Lois Boisson (Rank: 35)

Reason for withdrawal: Multiple injuries)

• Veronika Kudermetova (Rank: 7)

Reason for withdrawal: Surgery

• Yafan Wang (Rank: 155)

Reason for withdrawal: Not found

What Are the Main Storylines After These Withdrawals?

With so many withdrawals coming in all at once, the fans would surely miss watching their favorite stars battle it out in the middle. However, as far as the impact on the tournament is concerned, nothing much is going to change as of now. For example, the likes of Draper, Rune, Fils and other male athletes, all of them made their exit before the draw was announced. 

However, in case of Berettini, the Italian was scheduled to face off with Alex de Minaur. Unfortunately, having to withdraw, he sent his heartiest apologies to de Minaur. Berettini said, “I’m really sorry to have to withdraw from the tournament. I have always enjoyed being and playing here and feeling your incredible support. Thank you to the tournament for their fantastic organization and I hope to see all of you again very soon.”

Now, coming to the female athletes, the story remains pretty similar. The absence of Zheng, Collins, Jabeur, and Boisson is unlikely to have a significant impact on the draws. 

Interestingly, in the absence of so many big names, rising stars like Joao Fonseca will try to capitalize. On the other hand, renowned names like Paula Badosa and Emma Raducanu also would want to bring back their lost glories.