There is probably no way around Novak Djokovic for men. The Serb is aiming for his tenth title at the Australian Open, Djokovic has not lost a match in Australia since 2018. In the women's race, Iga Swiatek is the favorite. However, the Pole lost quite easily to Jessica Pegula at the United Cup.

Who are the defending champions?

Ashleigh Barty won the women's title last year - and a few weeks later announced her retirement from active tennis. So there could be a debut winner here (Sofia Kenin and Victoria Azarenka have won at least once in Melbourne). In 2022, Rafael Nadal was able to beat Daniil Medvedev after a 2-0 set deficit and win his 21st major title.

Who is missing from the Australian Open 2023?

The number one in the world, Carlos Alcaraz, will not be there. The Spaniard is ruled out with a leg injury. Otherwise, with the exception of Gael Monfils, all the big names are represented among the men. As expected, Naomi Osaka, two-time winner of the Australian Open, will be absent from the women's tableau.

Where can you watch the Australian Open on TV and live stream?

The Australian Open will be broadcast daily from 1 a.m. on Eurosport and Discovery+. In Austria, ServusTV broadcasts all of Dominic Thiem's matches and the top game of the day including the final matches every day.

What did the Australian Open 2023 draw bring?

The draw for the first major of the year will take place on Friday 13 January.

How much prize money is there at the Australian Open?

A total of A$76.5 million in prizes will be awarded across all competitions. Here is the list of prize money at the Australian Open (all figures in Australian dollars):

winner	2,975,000.-
finalist	1,625,000.-
semifinals	925.000.-
Quarterfinals	555,250.-
round of 16	338,250.-
third round	227,925.-
Second round	158,850.-
First round	106,250.-
Third round qualifying	55,150.-
Second round qualifying	36,575.-
First round qualifying	26,000.-