Overview
- After a lighthearted exhibition in Incheon, Alcaraz beat Sinner 7-5, 7-6 in a match noted for show elements rather than competitive intensity.
- The pair flew by private jet to Melbourne, a video of their arrival went viral, and both started on-court sessions at Melbourne Park.
- Alcaraz trained on Rod Laver Arena while Sinner worked on Margaret Court Arena with Australian hitter Dane Sweeney.
- Their week includes the One Point (Million Dollar 1 Point) Slam on Jan. 14, Thursday’s Australian Open draw, and a Friday exhibition for Sinner against Félix Auger-Aliassime before the Slam begins Jan. 18.
- Reports tied the Korea event to substantial appearance fees and travel arrangements, as both players framed their rivalry as mutually motivating and Sinner targets a title defense in Melbourne.