January 14, 2022
The Australian Open Men’s draw has largely belonged to two men since the early 2000’s “ Novak Djokovic & Roger Federer.
However, this year’s tournament means more than just a win. Federer, Nadal & Djokovic are tied at the top, each having won 20 grand slam titles in their respective careers.
With both Federer & Djokovic now confirmed to not be in attendance at this year’s tournament, all eyes will be on Nadal in the race to 21!
The women’s draw is a little more open, with the William’s sisters not present.
However, with home favourite Ash Barty at current world number 1, and Naomi Osaka’s long-awaited return, it’ll be a nail-biting tournament you won’t want to miss!
Here are Sport 24’s ones to watch & their respective world rankings at this year’s Australian Open – some familiar, and some up & coming faces to look out for…
Men’s Singles Ones to Watch:
Rafael Nadal | #5
Daniil Medvedev | #2
Alexander Zverev | #3
Stefanos Tsitsipas | #4
Women’s Singles ONES TO WATCH:
Ashleigh Barty | #1
Naomi Osaka | #14
Emma Raducanu | #18
Garbine Muguruza | #3
SPORT 24’s UP & COMING ONES TO WATCH:
Iga Swiatek | #8
Jannik Sinner | #10
Enjoy LIVE coverage from the first Grand Slam of the year, every day from 17 “ 30 January, on Sport 24 & Sport 24 Extra!
