In the year’s first Grand Slam, defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic are drawn opposite one another, preventing a rematch of their thrilling semifinal match from 2024.
Sinner begins his title defence against Nicolas Jarry after startling Djokovic in the semifinals of the previous year and defeating Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set final to win his first Grand Slam championship. While Fritz faces fellow countryman Jenson Brooksby in his opening match, his area of the draw features strong opponents including Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and Medvedev.
Djokovic is up against a tough draw as he attempts to win his record-tying 11th Australian Open title. He might play Alexander Zverev in the semifinals after facing third-seeded Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. Djokovic will make his tournament debut alongside his new coach, Andy Murray, at the event, which begins Sunday morning in Melbourne.
In the women’s draw, former U.S. Open winner Sloane Stephens will face two-time reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka, who is hoping to win Melbourne Park for a record-breaking third consecutive year.
