Tennis Australia chair Jayne Hrdlicka had a succinct phrase to sum up the official attitude towards the first Sunday match day:“Woo-hoo!”
View our interactives to find out what gives the world No.1 the edge over up-and-comers Carlos Alcaraz,Jannik Sinner and Ben Shelton.
Tennis great Andre Agassi is buoyed by Nick Kyrgios’ authenticity,impressed that the injured Australian speaks openly about his personal battles.
Carlos Alcaraz is prepared to indulge himself and imagine the moment when he defeats 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic on the legend’s most cherished court.
Novak Djokovic hopes to replicate the almost-peerless form from his 10th Australian Open title run last year,and has a few favourite spots he likes to visit.
Craig Tiley plans to remain in Australian tennis’ top job for the foreseeable future,driven by the lofty ambition to transform the Australian Open into the biggest sporting event on the planet.
He could throw a tantrum with the best of them,but with a functioning racquet he could play,too. Remind you of anyone?
The draw for the 2024 Australian Open has been unveiled. Qualifying is well under way at Melbourne Park with plenty of main draw spots still to be secured. Alex de Minaur will play explosive Canadian Milos Raonic in the first round.
Long-time fan favourites might be ageing,but fear not – two of the most exciting players on the circuit are only just leaving their teens.
From all-conquering champions to exciting newcomers with flashy forehands and dashing smiles:some of the key players to keep an eye on.
Novak Djokovic,the king of Melbourne Park,has returned to centre court showing no apparent signs of his wrist complaint ahead of his shot at an 11th Australian Open.