How to watch Kooyong Classic 2026 LIVE on SBS

Some of the world's top tennis talent, including Nick Kyrgios, comes to your screens this January with coverage of the Australian Open warm-up event, the Kooyong Classic - LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 10, 2024: Atmosphere during day one of the 2024 Kooyong Classic in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo credit: Chris Putnam/Future Publishing via Getty Images) Credit: Chris Putnam/Future Publishing via Getty Imag

WATCH all three days of the Kooyong Classic LIVE and FREE on SBS and SBS On Demand from January 13-15.

• What is the Kooyong Classic?
• Who will compete in 2026?
• Who won the last edition?
• How can I watch in 2026?
• How do I create an On Demand account?
• Kooyong Classic 2026 schedule

What is the Kooyong Classic?

The Kooyong Classic is a prestigious exhibition tennis tournament that takes place in Melbourne and precedes the Australian Open.

After a one-year absence, the tournament will return to the iconic Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club in 2026 along with a top-tier field of talent.

Now in its 33rd year, the three-day tournament has been won by some of the biggest names in tennis history such as Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Lleyton Hewitt and Pat Cash.

Who will compete in 2026?

Men's Draw:

• Nick Kyrgios (AUS) - former World No. 11
• Alexander Bublik (KAZ) - World No. 10
• Karen Khachanov (RUS) - World No. 18
• Flavio Cobolli (ITA) - World No. 22
• Denis Shapovalov (CAN) - World No. 23
• Learner Tien (USA) - World No. 28
• Tristan Schoolkate (AUS) - World No. 97
• Marin Cilic (CRO) - former World No. 3
• Matteo Berrettini (ITA) - former World No. 6
• Frances Tiafoe (USA) - former World No. 10 (currently World No. 30)
• Jordan Thompson (AUS) - former World No. 26
• Zhang Zhizhen (CHN) - former World No. 31
• Yunchaokete Bu (CHN) - former World No. 64
• Li Tu (AUS) - former World No. 160

Women's Draw:

• Daniela Hantuchová (SVK) - former World No. 5
• Donna Vekic (CRO) - former World No. 17
• Katie Boulter (GBR) - former World No. 24
• Elizabeth Mandlik (USA) - former World No. 97
• Alexandra Eala (PHL) - World No. 53
• Priscilla Hon (AUS) - World No. 119

Who won the last edition?

Jannik Sinner and Mirra Andreeva were crowned winners of the last Kooyong Classic (2024), having overcome a field brimming with talent.

Dominic Thiem, Stan Wawrinka and Andy Murray were among the men competing in 2024, while Danielle Collins was Andreeva's main opponent.

How can I watch Kooyong Classic 2026?

Australian viewers can watch all the action from the 'spiritual home of tennis in Australia' live and free on SBS and SBS On Demand.

How do I create an account for SBS On Demand?

Creating an account with SBS On Demand is free, quick and easy!

1. Visit: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/
2. Click on 'create account':
3. You'll then be prompted to enter:
   • First name
   • Email
   • A password of your choosing - your chosen password must be at least 5 characters with a number
   • Birth year
   • Gender

4. Once all the above details have been successfully entered, you'll see the above notification advising an email has been sent to you to verify your account:

5. Click the link on the email to verify your email address

6. You can now go ahead and sign in to SBS On Demand. Happy viewing!

Kooyong Classic 2026 LIVE on SBS

Tuesday, January 13

Kooyong Classic - Day 1

10:30 - 17:00

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand

Day 1 match schedule

Donna Vekić (CRO) v Priscilla Hon (AUS)

Followed by

Matteo Berrettini (ITA) v Learner Tien (USA)

Followed by

Nick Kyrgios (AUS) v Zhang Zhizhen (CHN)

Followed by

Karen Khachanov v Frances Tiafoe (USA)

Wednesday, January 14

Kooyong Classic - Day 2

10:30 - 17:00

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand

Day 2 match schedule

Learner Tien (USA) v Marin Cilic (CRO)

Followed by

Denis Shapovalov (CAN) v Jordan Thompson (AUS)

Followed by

Donna Vekić (CRO) v Alexandra Eala (PHI)

Followed by

Elizabeth Mandlik (USA) v Katie Boulter (GBR)

Thursday, January 15

Kooyong Classic - Day 3

10:30 - 17:00

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand

Day 3 match schedule

Daniela Hantuchová (USA) v Priscilla Hon (AUS)

Followed by

Tristan Schoolkate (AUS) v Matteo Berrettini (ITA)

Followed by

Yunchaokete Bu (CHN) v Alexander Bublik (KAZ)

Followed by

Flavio Cobolli (ITA) v Li Tu (AUS)

Please note: Live streaming via SBS On Demand will continue each day if the matches are not complete by 17:00.