Tennis Grand Slams Explained: Schedule, Surfaces and Records 2026

Tennis Grand Slams are the sport's four holy grails — the tournaments every player dreams of winning. Whether you're a new fan or a lifelong follower, here's your complete 2026 guide to the Slams.

The Four Slams and Their Surfaces

Australian Open (January, hard court) — the season opener in Melbourne's summer heat. French Open (May-June, clay) — the ultimate endurance test at Roland Garros, where rallies stretch endlessly. Wimbledon (June-July, grass) — the oldest and most prestigious, all whites and tradition. US Open (August-September, hard court) — the loud, late-night New York spectacle. Each surface rewards different skills: clay favors grinders, grass favors big servers.

2026 Schedule and Storylines

The men's game has entered a thrilling new era with Alcaraz and Sinner trading Slams, while the women's tour boasts incredible depth — Świątek, Sabalenka, Gauff and rising stars all capable of winning any major. Watch for the next generation breaking through and veterans chasing one last Slam.

Records That Matter

Novak Djokovic's 24 Grand Slam singles titles lead the men's all-time race; Margaret Court's 24 lead the women's. The Calendar Grand Slam — winning all four in one year — was last achieved by Steffi Graf in 1988. It's the rarest feat in tennis.

How to Watch and Follow

Slams stream globally with every match available on major platforms — night sessions at the Australian and US Opens are appointment viewing. Our Live Sports Centre carries live tennis scores throughout each Slam, so you never miss a five-set epic.

Four tournaments, four surfaces, one goal: immortality. The 2026 Slam season promises classics.