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  • Australian Open Fourth Round Previews: Coco Gauff vs. Belinda Bencic, Sabalenka vs. Andreeva, Alcaraz vs. Draper


    For Andreeva, the tough thing about playing the No. 1 player in the world is that it’s easy to make excuses for herself.

    “Sometimes there are thoughts that are, you know, I feel like, OK, she’s No. 1, maybe it’s OK if this doesn’t work. Or maybe I play not that good here…well, I mean, she’s No. 1, it’s OK.”

    It’s hard to say whether Andreeva should feel more encouraged about her chances this time around. While she has won three matches, she had to make a great escape, from 3-5 down in the third, against Moyuka Uchijima, and she dropped another set against Magdalena Frech.

    As for Sabalenka, she has yet to lose a set, but her last two opponents, Clara Tauson and Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, each pushed her to a point where she got tight. They showed that if you can take the initiative away from Sabalenka, and stand toe to toe with her, you can make her nervous and disrupt her attack.

    Andreeva has the ground-stroke power to do that, but she’ll want to be sharper earlier than she has been so far this week, especially on these fairly fast hard courts. If she can land some punches early, the Sabalenka onslaught could be neutralized. Winner: Sabalenka



    The Australian Open fourth round is heating up with some exciting matchups on the horizon. Here are previews of three must-watch matches:

    1. Coco Gauff vs. Belinda Bencic:
    Young phenom Coco Gauff will face off against the seasoned veteran Belinda Bencic in what promises to be a thrilling clash of generations. Gauff has been in fine form this tournament, showcasing her trademark speed and power on the court. Bencic, on the other hand, is a crafty player with a wealth of experience on the big stage. Expect a close contest with plenty of fireworks from both players.

    2. Sabalenka vs. Andreeva:
    Aryna Sabalenka, the hard-hitting Belarusian, will take on the up-and-coming Russian Anna Andreeva in a battle of power versus finesse. Sabalenka has been on a tear recently, dominating her opponents with her aggressive style of play. Andreeva, meanwhile, has been turning heads with her precise shot-making and tactical acumen. This match has all the makings of a classic showdown between two contrasting styles of play.

    3. Alcaraz vs. Draper:
    In a clash of the young guns, rising stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Draper will go head-to-head for a spot in the quarterfinals. Alcaraz, the Spanish sensation, has been making waves on the ATP tour with his fearless play and raw talent. Draper, the British prodigy, has been garnering attention for his smooth left-handed strokes and composure under pressure. This match is sure to be a showcase of the next generation of tennis talent.

    Stay tuned for these exciting matchups and more as the Australian Open fourth round unfolds. Who will come out on top and book their spot in the quarterfinals? Only time will tell.

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  • Day 8 schedule: Alcaraz leads Spanish contingent


    In a big day for Spain, No.3 seed Carlos Alcaraz will take to Rod Laver Arena on Sunday in a bid to get past Great Britain’s Jack Draper and continue his efforts to complete a career Grand Slam.

    The pair have met on three previous occasions, with Draper winning their last encounter, although the Brit has never beaten Alcaraz on hard court. 

    MORE: Day 8 schedule of play

    Over at Margaret Court Arena, Spain’s Paula Badosa – in the fourth round of the AO for only the second time – faces Serbia’s Olga Danilovic, who is already in new territory here at Melbourne Park.

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    They’re followed by Badosa’s compatriot Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, who will be hoping for a shorter match when he meets 2023 semifinalist Tommy Paul, the Spaniard having spent more than ten hours on court already at AO 2025, including two five set marathons.

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    Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka gets proceedings underway on RLA against 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva, followed by No.3 seed Coco Gauff who meets Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic. 

    Novak Djokovic headlines the night session at RLA on Day 8 as he continues his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title. He meets No.24 seed and 2023 quarterfinalist Jiri Lehecka. 



    Day 8 of the tournament is set to be an exciting one, with rising star Carlos Alcaraz leading the Spanish contingent on the court. The 18-year-old has been making waves in the tennis world with his impressive performances and will be looking to continue his winning streak.

    The schedule for Day 8 includes several exciting matches, with Alcaraz taking on a tough opponent in the third round. Fans can expect to see some high-quality tennis as the young Spaniard showcases his talent and skill on the court.

    In addition to Alcaraz, other Spanish players will also be in action today, adding to the excitement for fans of Spanish tennis. With a strong contingent of players representing Spain, there is sure to be plenty of thrilling matches to look forward to.

    Stay tuned for updates on all the action from Day 8 of the tournament as Alcaraz and the rest of the Spanish contingent take to the court in pursuit of victory. It’s sure to be a day filled with excitement and drama as the competition heats up.

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  • Australian Open Day 6 Predictions Including Alcaraz vs Borges


    Australian Open actions continues on Day 6 with the beginning of the third round. Eight men’s singles matches are on the docket, including No. 3 seed Carlos Alcaraz squaring off against the in-form Nuno Borges. Our other prediction article features Novak Djokovic vs Tomas Machac. Predicting this set of matches are Damian Kust, Ateet Shrivastava and Liam McBride. Who do you think will advance?

    Australian Open Day 6 Men’s Predictions

    Tommy Paul vs Roberto Carballes Baena

    Damian
    Paul’s shoulder problem from the opening round wasn’t visible as he easily outlasted Nishikori. This is still a really nice draw for him and while Carballes Baena can play some very solid tennis on hard courts, the American is definitely a class ahead. He won’t beat anyone significant at this event, but he will go exactly as deep as he’s expected.
    Prediction: Paul in 4

    Ateet
    Not many people would have expected to see Roberto Carballes Baena in the third round of his less preferred Slam but he has done an amazing job of playing consistent and aggressive tennis. However, Tommy Paul would be a significant step up for him and I can’t see him upsetting the American player.
    Prediction: Paul in 4

    Liam
    Tommy Paul was on the cusp of an early exit, but he showed terrific character to knock out crowd favourite Christopher O’Connell. In a battle of two era’s, he was comfortably better than Kei Nishikori. Carballes Baena also saw off an Aussie, beating James Duckworth in straight sets. Yet, Paul’s athleticism will prove too much, as will his ability to move around the Spaniard. A first straight-sets win of the Slam is on the way.
    Prediction: Paul in 3

    Jiri Lehecka vs Benjamin Bonzi

    Damian
    Lehecka has been enjoying a very comfortable draw so far and while he didn’t necessarily need it with how strong he tends to be in Australia, it might help him conserve energy for the likely fourth-round clash with Australia. It’s been the same story with Bonzi the last three weeks – he’s winning against the players he should beat, but loses to the first top-quality opponent. History should repeat itself here.
    Prediction: Lehecka in 4

    Ateet
    This should be a great match between two brilliant and in-from players. Lehecka has a great serve and hits huge off both wings while Bonzi likes to come at the net and is solid from the baseline. It will be tougher for Bonzi to win many free points behind his serve and that’s where Lehecka can take the match.
    Prediction: Lehecka in 4

    Liam
    After Hugo Gaston’s early retirement, Lehecka will be feeling fresh and ready to go. Moreover, his monstrous ground strokes will cause most men on tour an issue, and Bonzi will be no different. The Frenchman has excelled in the opening days but will find his tournament halting to an end in the midst of a Czech domination.
    Prediction: Lehecka in 3

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    Alexander Zverev vs Jacob Fearnley

    Damian
    Fearnley has had a lot of success facing more offensive opponents so far, but this will be a different matchup and a completely new opportunity to prove himself. Unfortunately, Zverev just doesn’t seem to have any cracks in his game at the moment. When Fearnley faces someone who can defend like that and hits a ball this heavy, he’s susceptible to going on error sprees.
    Prediction: Zverev in 4

    Ateet
    The World No. 2 lost just five games in his second-round win over Pedro Martinez and was hitting his forehand with great pace. However, this match against Fearnley will be a much better indicator of Zverev’s level as Fearnley can cause some problems with his serve and variety. Fearnley will use slices and come to the net more than Zverev’s previous two opponents, so Zverev has to be prepared.
    Prediction: Zverev in 4

    Liam
    Zverev has cruised into the third round without dropping a set. He is one of the favorites to claim his first career Slam. Fearnley has had a more difficult path to Round 3, but held up well in wins over Kyrgios and Cazaux. If the Brit can stay consistent from the baseline, he could give Zverev trouble. However, I see the German cruising behind his newfound serve.
    Prediction: Zverev in 4

    Carlos Alcaraz vs Nuno Borges

    Damian
    Borges loves these courts and has been peaking on them for two years straight now. But there’s a big leap from doing that to actually beating Alcaraz, who’s also looking very dangerous now after making adjustments to his service motion during the off-season. With another inspired effort from the Portuguese, he might be the first player to take a set off the Spaniard at this year’s Australian Open.
    Prediction: Alcaraz in 4

    Ateet
    Carlos Alcaraz has had a fairly easy draw so far and his own performance has also been great. Nuno Borges will be a tougher challenge but the match will be on the Spaniard’s racquet and he should be up for the challenge of facing an in-form player.
    Prediction: Alcaraz in 3

    Liam
    You had to feel for Nishioka, at times against Alcaraz it looked as though it was two men playing different sports. Meanwhile, Borges reminds a lot of Aslan Karatsev game-style-wise. His movement isn’t his strongest point, but he can take the ball early and re-direct it so well. Unfortunately for him though, he is nowhere near the level of the Spaniard, who will continue to breeze through the early rounds.
    Prediction: Alcaraz in 3

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    The Australian Open Day 6 is shaping up to be an exciting day of tennis, with some highly anticipated matches on the schedule. One match that has caught the attention of many tennis fans is the clash between rising star Carlos Alcaraz and veteran player Thiago Monteiro.

    Alcaraz, the 18-year-old Spanish sensation, has been making waves in the tennis world with his impressive performances and fearless playing style. He has already defeated some of the top players in the world and is seen as one of the future stars of the sport. On the other hand, Monteiro, the 28-year-old Brazilian player, is a seasoned competitor with a lot of experience on the tour.

    In their upcoming match, Alcaraz is expected to come out on top with his aggressive baseline game and powerful shots. His speed and agility on the court will likely be too much for Monteiro to handle, and Alcaraz should be able to secure a victory in straight sets.

    Another match to watch out for on Day 6 is the showdown between Pedro Sousa and Joao Sousa. Both players are from Portugal and have had solid performances in the tournament so far. Pedro Sousa, ranked 107th in the world, has been in good form and will look to continue his winning streak. Joao Sousa, a former top 30 player, will be aiming to make a comeback and prove that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level.

    In this match, Joao Sousa is the slight favorite, as he has more experience and a higher ranking than his opponent. However, Pedro Sousa has been playing well and could cause an upset if he brings his A-game to the court. It should be a closely contested match, but Joao Sousa is expected to come out on top in the end.

    Overall, Day 6 of the Australian Open promises to be a thrilling day of tennis action, with plenty of exciting matches to look forward to. Stay tuned for all the updates and results from the tournament.

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  • Day 6 preview: All systems go for Alcaraz


    “For me, the Australian Open is a tournament that I really want to win one day,” he said.  

    “Hopefully, maybe this year. Juan Carlos is one of those people I have more confidence on my side if I see him in the box, so I’m just really, really happy to have him this year. Hopefully it’s going to be a good run.”

    While Alcaraz was yet to drop a set in his first two outings, 10-time champion Novak Djokovic has not had it so easy.

    Four-set victories over two players ranked outside the top 100 have raised alarm bells in some corners, but not 26th seed Tomas Machac’s.

    The 24-year-old picked up a win over Alcaraz to reach the Shanghai Masters semifinal last year – a match which the Spaniard hailed as like facing a “top-five player” – and has beaten his more fancied foe last season on clay, en route to the Geneva final. 

     

    “I will not show up with my game preparation right now. It will be secret,” Machac said.

    “With Novak, you never know. He’s one – not one of the best, he’s the best. You never know with this guy. I try to play my game. We will see what’s gonna happen. Really, he’s the best.”

    Top seed Aryna Sabalenka continues her bid for a three-peat at Melbourne Park when she meets in-form Danish world No.42 Clara Tauson for the first time.

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    Both women know a thing or two about winning streaks of late. Sabalenka notched her 16th straight Grand Slam hard-court match win over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, while Tauson has claimed her first seven matches of the new season after collecting the title in Auckland. 

     

    Despite the demise of fifth seed Zheng Qinwen from Sabalenka’s quarter, the two-time champion was adamant it was not necessarily an easier path.

    “Listen, it’s a Slam, you know? Not everyone can handle these emotions,” she said. “Once again, as you see, there is so many players who are playing really well in these conditions. It’s not like if they’re gone, it’s easy for me. No, it’s not.

    “I have to go there, I have to compete, I have to fight. Today’s match proved that. Girls can go there and just play without any fear, without anything to lose.”

    Like Sabalenka, third seed Coco Gauff pulled through a tricky test in the second set of her second-round encounter against Jodie Burrage before she punched her ticket to the third round.

    The 20-year-old has notched 20 wins from her past 22 matches, including her unbeaten role in Team USA’s United Cup triumph, ahead of her clash against 30th seed Leylah Fernandez.

    One of those United Cup victories in Perth was a straight-sets ledger against the Canadian, whose best result at a major remains her run to the US Open 2021 final.

    “She’s going to be aggressive. That’s her game,” Gauff said. “She’s a great mover. She’s going to hit some great shots … Slam finalist and has great results against top players. I expect her to play great tennis. I just hope I can do the same.”



    With five days of intense competition under his belt, Carlos Alcaraz is gearing up for Day 6 of the tournament with confidence and determination. The young tennis prodigy has been showcasing his impressive skills on the court, impressing fans and critics alike.

    With his powerful serves, swift footwork, and strategic gameplay, Alcaraz has been dominating his opponents and proving that he is a force to be reckoned with. As he heads into Day 6, all systems are go for Alcaraz as he continues his quest for victory.

    Fans can expect to see Alcaraz bring his A-game to the court once again, as he faces off against his next opponent. With his unwavering focus and relentless drive, Alcaraz is sure to put on a thrilling performance that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.

    Stay tuned for Day 6 as Alcaraz continues to make waves in the tournament and show the world what he is truly capable of. Don’t miss a minute of the action as this rising star continues to shine bright on the tennis court.

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  • Nuno Borges can’t find the kangaroos, can’t avoid Alcaraz | ATP Tour


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    Nuno Borges can’t find the kangaroos, can’t avoid Alcaraz

    Get to know the Portuguese star off the court

    January 16, 2025

    Nuno Borges is trying to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open for the second consecutive year.

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    Nuno Borges is trying to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open for the second consecutive year.
    By Andrew Eichenholz

    Nuno Borges is one of the best players in the world. The Portuguese No. 1 is an ATP Tour champion, defeated the legendary Rafael Nadal and is the No. 33 player in the PIF ATP Rankings. On Friday, the 27-year-old could reach the fourth round of the Australian Open for the second straight year when he takes on third seed Carlos Alcaraz.

    But while Borges is extraordinary on the court, he is just like anyone else at Melbourne Park off of it.

    “In 2023 I’m pretty sure I went to the Melbourne Zoo with my physio. I don’t know if my coach didn’t want to or something. He wasn’t into it, so I convinced my physio to go with me,” Borges told ATPTour.com. “Believe it or not, we went to the Melbourne Zoo and we could not see the kangaroos or the koalas!

    “It was the hottest day of the week, like 36 degrees. The koalas were already asleep, and the kangaroo habitat was under construction, or something, and they were remodeling it. So literally, there was no chance. So I came to Australia and did not get to see kangaroos!”

    One year later, Borges enjoyed his breakthrough tournament. With two major match wins to his name in seven previous tournaments, the Portuguese advanced to the Round of 16 and tested eventual finalist Daniil Medvedev in a tight four-setter. Afterwards, he was determined to meet some Australian animals.

    “I went to a sanctuary and I got to pet a koala and everything, so I feel like I had my experience,” Borges said. “Also there were wallabies here walking around!”

    It All Adds Up

    Outside of animal visits, Borges is a fan of doing puzzles — he will usually do a couple of bigger ones a year. But it is difficult for him to do that on the road.

    “How would I travel with it back? I would have to frame it and ship it. The logistics aren’t very nice, but I thought about it. I thought about getting a few but then in the end, I’ll have to have the time, at least a week or two at home in Lisbon or in Porto, where I can settle down and build it,” Borges said. “I don’t want to build 20 per cent of the puzzle, and leave it out there just dusting for months while I go to Australia, and then coming back to it, then I’m not in the rhythm. I could do it once I have my own place, maybe I can do that, but nothing has really changed.

    “I don’t have that much time at home to do much more. If you do a 1,500-piece puzzle, it takes time. It’s not like you do it alone in a weekend. Impossible.”

    Borges posted an offseason video on his social media baking blueberry cupcakes. But he also is a fan of more adventurous things like theme parks. He would love to visit Hong Kong Disneyland or an attraction in Tokyo.

    “As long as I’m in competition, I like to stay pretty focused, because if I do go to theme parks and stuff, it can be pretty tiring — a long time waiting in line, and just all the highs and lows of adrenaline,” Borges said. “You also maybe don’t want to go through that before a match, even though it can be very stress relieving, just especially playing a Slam, best of five sets. I think if you can save any energy you can save, maybe it’s wise to do so, so I’ll save all the activities for after.”

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    Full focus is on facing Alcaraz, who won the pair’s lone Lexus ATP Head2Head meeting in Barcelona two years ago. Borges first came across the Spaniard at an ITF World Tennis Tour event in Martos, Spain, in June 2019. It was the sixth professional tournament of Alcaraz’s career.

    “I remember that he was 16, already hitting crazy hard, already a very, very promising player out there. Everybody already knew him,” Borges said. “I remember watching him in the Oeiras Challenger, where I practised… He’s been around for a little bit, but at the very top, very quickly. It’s going be a big challenge.”

    Borges believes Alcaraz has developed both physically and mentally despite only being 21.

    “When he was 16, I’m sure it was a lot different, but I think his tennis was already there,” Borges said. “I remember he was already hitting pretty hard, so I think that’s what we see nowadays.”



    Nuno Borges, the Portuguese tennis player, seems to be having a tough time at the ATP Tour as he can’t find the kangaroos and can’t avoid facing the rising star Carlos Alcaraz.

    In a recent tournament, Borges was seen wandering around the court in search of kangaroos, a common sight in Australia where many ATP Tour events take place. However, his search was unsuccessful, leaving him perplexed and distracted during his matches.

    To add insult to injury, Borges also seems to have a difficult time avoiding facing Alcaraz on the court. The young Spanish player has been on a hot streak, defeating some of the top players in the world and making a name for himself in the tennis world.

    Despite these challenges, Borges continues to push forward and compete at the highest level. Hopefully, he will eventually find the kangaroos he’s been searching for and find a way to overcome his tough opponents like Alcaraz. Only time will tell if Borges can turn his luck around on the ATP Tour.

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  • Vendaval Alcaraz En Australia, Victoria Y Récord Para Djokovic


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    El tenista serbio Novak Djokovic logró un hito histórico en Australia al consagrarse campeón del Abierto de Australia por novena vez en su carrera, superando así el récord de títulos en este torneo que ostentaba el legendario tenista australiano Roy Emerson.

    Pero no solo Djokovic se llevó todos los aplausos en Melbourne, ya que la joven promesa española Carlos Alcaraz también brilló en el torneo al llegar a las semifinales, donde cayó ante el propio Djokovic en un emocionante partido que dejó a todos los espectadores con la boca abierta.

    Por otro lado, en Australia se vivió un vendaval que causó estragos en la región de Victoria, dejando a su paso destrozos y obligando a cientos de personas a evacuar sus hogares. Afortunadamente, no se reportaron víctimas fatales, pero sí importantes daños materiales que llevarán tiempo reparar.

    En definitiva, Australia vivió una semana llena de emociones, desde la gloria deportiva de Djokovic hasta la devastación causada por el vendaval en Victoria. Una vez más, el deporte y la naturaleza nos recuerdan lo impredecible que puede ser la vida.

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  • Carlos Alcaraz – Nuno Borges, en directo


    Muy buenas madrugadas todos. Nos ponemos en marcha con una nueva jornada del Open de Australia. En unos minutos tendremos en acción a Carlos Alcaraz. Será su tercer partido en el torneo. Se medirá en al portugués Nuno Borges en la Rod Laver Arena. Es la primera vez del murciano en la Central de Melbourne Park en la presente edición, tras sus dos anteriores encuentros en la Margaret Court. Ya comentó el español que priorizaba el horario a la pista. “En estas primeras rondas prefiero el tema del horario para no acumular fatiga y descansar bien por las noches, que el jugar en la central de noche y acostarme tarde”, afirmó tras su anterior choque ante Nishioka.

    Si Alcaraz gana el Open de Australia será el quinto hombre que completa el Grand Slam en la Era Abierta tras Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal y Novak Djokovic. Sólo un español, Nadal, aparece en el palmarés del cuadro individual masculino del Open de Australia con sus dos títulos en 2009 y 2022. En la Era Abierta, Andrés Gimeno (1969) y Carlos Moyà (1997) son los otros tenistas españoles que llegaron hasta la final.

    Es la segunda ocasión en la que Alcaraz y Borges se ven las caras. La primera la saldó con victoria. Ganó 6-3 y 6-1 en el Conde de Godó de 2023. El portugués llega a este encuentro tras vencer en primera ronda al francés Alexandre Muller por 6-7 (2), 6-3, 6-2 y 7-5 y en segunda al australiano Jordan Thompson, lastrado por problemas en un pie, por 6-3, 6-2 y 6-4. Alcaraz ha saldado sus dos primeros compromisos en en Melbourne por la vía rápida ante Shevcneko por 6-1, 7-5 y 6-1 y ante Nishioka por 6-0, 6-1 y 6-4.

    Alcaraz ganó cuatro torneos y terminó segundo en la lista de los que más títulos ganaron en el ATP Tour la temporada pasada, detrás de Jannik Sinner, que conquistó 8 títulos. Además de sus triunfos en Roland Garros y Wimbledon, Alcaraz también ganó el título en Indian Wells-1000 (contra Daniil Medvedev) y Pekín (contra Sinner).





    ¡No te pierdas el emocionante enfrentamiento entre Carlos Alcaraz y Nuno Borges en directo! Dos talentosos tenistas se enfrentarán en la cancha en un duelo lleno de intensidad y emoción. Sigue cada punto, cada saque y cada golpe en este encuentro que promete ser apasionante. ¡No te lo pierdas! #CarlosAlcaraz #NunoBorges #Tenis #EnDirecto

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  • Top 8 seeds confirmed ft. Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner

    Top 8 seeds confirmed ft. Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner


    Jannik Sinner leads the way with Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic not far behind in the 2025 Australian Open Men’s singles seedings.

    Sinner enters the 2025 Australian Open on the back of his most successful year with two Majors but also a year marred with controversy amidst a doping scandal and several sanctions. The Italian, who won his maiden Grand Slam at the Rod Laver Arena last year, will be looking to protect his crown as the No.1 seed.

    Alexander Zverev enters the tournament as the second seed following a strong 2024 season that saw him finish as runner-up in the French Open and end the year ranked a personal best of No.2 in the ATP rankings. The German will look to better his semifinal finish from last year’s edition.

    Defending Roland Garros and Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz is seeded third in the draw. The Spaniard’s best-ever outing in Melbourne came last year when he lost to second-seed Zverev in the quarterfinals. The Norman Brookes Challenge Cup is the only Grand Slam that Alcaraz is yet to lift, and he will want to complete his career slam in the coming weeks.

    American Taylor Fritz comes in on number four following his runner-up finish at the 2024 US Open, where he lost to Sinner in straight sets. 2021 US Open champion Daniil Medvedev is ranked number five, and will surely aim to double his Major tally following his solitary triumph.

    Entering the tournament with his best seeding at the Australian Open, Casper Ruud is sixth in the draw. The Norwegian will want to better his track record at the Happy Slam, with only a fourth-round exit to show for his best performance.

    Reigning Olympic champion and the man with the most Grand Slam titles in the Open Era, Novak Djokovic is seeded seventh. The 10-time Australian Open winner will be looking to make it eleven, with Alex De Minaur closing out the seeding in eighth place.

    The seedings for the tournament were confirmed following Andrey Rublev’s loss to Fabian Marozsan in the round of 16 at the Hong Kong Open, which dropped him to 9th in the rankings.

    Carlos Alcaraz could become the youngest man ever to complete a career slam

    Carlos Alcaraz during pre-season training - Source: Getty ImagesCarlos Alcaraz during pre-season training - Source: Getty Images
    Carlos Alcaraz during pre-season training – Source: Getty Images

    At only 21 years of age, Carlos Alcaraz stands a chance to become the youngest male athlete to complete a career slam following his victory at the 2024 French Open, leaving only the Australian Open unconquered for the Spaniard.

    The record currently sits with Don Budge, who achieved the feat after winning the 1938 Roland Garros at 22 years and 11 months. In the Open Era, recently retired Rafael Nadal holds it, completing the task in 24 years and three months.

    Funnily enough, Alcaraz can break the record even if he misses out on the title this year as he will only be 22 years and eight months if he lifts the trophy in 2026.