Overview

• Novak Djokovic, seeking a record 25th Grand Slam title, is set to face a challenging path, potentially meeting Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals and Alexander Zverev in the semifinals.
• Defending champion Jannik Sinner begins his title defense against Nicolas Jarry, with a possible rematch against Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals.
• Aryna Sabalenka, aiming for a historic third consecutive Australian Open title, faces a tough first-round match against Sloane Stephens, with Coco Gauff as a potential semifinal opponent.
• Australian Alex de Minaur, seeded eighth, faces a challenging draw, potentially meeting Stefanos Tsitsipas in the fourth round as he seeks his first Grand Slam title.
• Teenage wildcard Emerson Jones will make her Australian Open debut against former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, while Nick Kyrgios’s participation remains uncertain due to an abdominal injury.