Overview
- Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner 7-5, 7-6 in an entertainment-focused exhibition in Incheon that included a spectator playing a point.
- The rivals traveled together to Australia on a private jet, with a video of their arrival going viral as both described their relationship as a rivalry that pushes each other.
- Training has begun at Melbourne Park, with Alcaraz practicing on Rod Laver Arena and Sinner holding his first session on Margaret Court Arena with Australian hitter Dane Sweeney.
- They are scheduled to appear in the One Point (Million Dollar) Slam on January 14 before the Australian Open begins on January 18.
- Alcaraz starts his Melbourne campaign without longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, a notable change in his preparation.