How to watch Kooyong Classic 2026 LIVE on SBS

Some of the world's top tennis talent 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 should read 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?

Ten players have been confirmed for the 2026 edition, with two more still to be announced.

Men's Draw:

• Lorenzo Musetti
• Hubert Hurkacz
• Marin Cilic
• Matteo Berrettini
• Karen Khachanov
• Alexander Bublik
• Learner Tien
• Zhang Zhi Zhen

Women's Draw:

• Donna Vekic
• Daniela Hantuchova

Who won the last edition?

Jannik Sinner and Mirra Andreeva were crowned winners of the 2024 edition, 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.

The 2025 edition did not take place due to operational issues.

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 on SBS

Tuesday, January 13

Kooyong Classic - Day 1

Times TBC

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand

Wednesday, January 14

Kooyong Classic - Day 2

Times TBC

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand

Thursday, January 15

Kooyong Classic - Day 3

Times TBC

LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand