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Sinner, Alcaraz Chase Grand Slam Glory
17 Jan
Summary
- Sinner and Alcaraz dominate, claiming eight of the last nine major titles.
- Swiatek and Sabalenka are vying for the Australian Open title, the last missing piece.
- Djokovic targets a record 25th Grand Slam, but faces physical challenges.
The Australian Open is set to begin, with Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz emerging as the top contenders in the men's game. These two players have dominated recent Grand Slam events, capturing eight of the last nine titles between them. Sinner, a two-time defending champion in Melbourne, is favored on the hard courts, while Alcaraz aims to make history by completing a career Grand Slam if he can overcome his past struggles at this tournament.
In the women's draw, Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are both pursuing the Australian Open title, the only major missing from their respective collections. Swiatek, already a six-time Grand Slam champion, seeks to solidify her legacy, while Sabalenka, the reigning world number one and Brisbane champion, enters as a pre-tournament favorite. Both players face pressure to perform and contend with strong competition, including Coco Gauff.
Novak Djokovic, a dominant figure in Australian Open history with ten titles, is targeting a record 25th Grand Slam. Despite his age, the Serbian legend remains a formidable opponent, though he faces physical challenges against younger rivals like Sinner and Alcaraz. The tournament also features emerging talents like Emma Raducanu, who seeks to prove her standing among the world's elite, and a strong contingent of British players.
