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Inside the Australian Open Heatwave: How Spectators and Players Battle Unrelenting Scorching Conditions

Inside the Australian Open Heatwave: How Spectators and Players Battle Unrelenting Scorching Conditions

The Australian Open’s latest chapter unfolded fiercely under Melbourne’s relentless sun, painting a vivid tableau of grit, sweat, and sheer willpower. From Alycia Parks battling it out on court to spectators seeking refuge beneath water misters, this photo gallery captures moments that echo the intense passion and drama unique to this grand slam. Each snapshot tells a story—not just of tennis, but of resilience amid extreme conditions that test every player’s mettle. Dive into this electrifying collection and feel the heartbeat of one of the sport’s most grueling arenas unfold before your eyes.LEARN MORE

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Australian Open Tennis

Alycia Parks of the U.S. wipes the sweat from her face during her second round match against Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake)

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MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

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