At the 2026 Australian Open, the women’s singles draw features a noteworthy all-American matchup in the third round: Coco Gauff, one of the world’s top players, against compatriot Hailey Baptiste. With Gauff seeded No. 3 and aiming to make a deep run in the year’s first Grand Slam, this third-round clash has drawn interest from tennis fans around the world.
Match day and time
The Coco Gauff vs Hailey Baptiste match is scheduled for Friday, January 23, 2026, as part of the third round of the Australian Open Women’s Singles.
The match is expected to begin around 11:00 a.m. Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) on that day, which is a typical mid-day session slot at Melbourne Park.
Because of the time zone differences, here’s how that approximate start time translates for major regions:
- United States Eastern Time (ET): about 8:00 p.m. – January 22, 2026 (previous night)
- United States Pacific Time (PT): about 5:00 p.m. – January 22, 2026
Note: Exact local start times can vary slightly depending on the preceding court schedule and whether earlier matches run long.
Where to watch: TV and streaming options
The 2026 Australian Open has broad television and streaming coverage, with daily live action available from Melbourne Park:
In the United States
- ESPN / ESPN2: These cable channels broadcast major court matches, including marquee women’s singles matches like Gauff vs Baptiste.
- ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited: Streaming coverage offers access to all Australian Open matches live, including those from outer courts and featured matches.
Matches typically air in the evening through early morning hours (ET) due to the time difference with Australia.
The Coco Gauff vs Hailey Baptiste matchup at the Australian Open 2026 promises an engaging contest between two Americans at different stages of their careers. With strong coverage available, tennis fans should be able to catch every moment of this third-round battle as the Australian Open continues to unfold.
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