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The Australian Open’s Opening Week promises a thrilling preview of what’s to come, offering fans the chance to see top players in action before the official start of the tournament on Sunday, January 12. No points or trophies are at stake, but it’s an invaluable opportunity for players to fine-tune their game ahead of the season’s first Grand Slam.
Jannik Sinner, currently ranked No. 1 in the world, will headline the event, opening his campaign on Tuesday, January 7, at 6:00 AM CET against Australia’s Alexei Popyrin, who is looking to impress his home crowd after a standout season. On Friday, January 10, Sinner will face Stefanos Tsitsipas in a highly anticipated exhibition match scheduled for 9:00 AM CET.
The week will wrap up on Saturday, January 11, with a rest day for the players as the focus shifts to Kids Day, a special event dedicated to young fans. The lineup also features Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, with the latter receiving a tribute from the organizers as he sets his sights on a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.
Jannik Sinner’s exhibition matches will be streamed live on Discovery+.
