The 2026 tennis season is underway in style as some of the world’s biggest stars gather in Australia for the United Cup.

Running from 2 January to 11 January, 18 nations are battling it out to be crowned champions of the fourth edition of the mixed-gender team tournament.

The United States are the defending champions, having also won the inaugural event in 2023. Germany lifted the trophy in 2024, while Poland have been runners-up in each of the last two years.

Four of the world’s top 10 men – Alexander Zverev, Felix Auger Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur – are taking part in the event. Three of the world’s top 10 women – Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Jasmine Paolini – are also involved.

Matches are being played in Perth and Sydney, with the tournament serving as ideal preparation for the Australian Open, which begins in Melbourne on 12 January.

Below, Olympics.com brings you the latest scores and standings from the United Cup 2026.