Djokovic To Kick Off 2025 In Brisbane, Aiming For 25th Grand Slam
Novak Djokovic will begin his 2025 tennis season by vying for an 11th Australian Open title at the Brisbane International, which takes place from December 29 to January 5. The 37-year-old Serbian superstar will compete in the ATP-WTA event in preparation for the year’s first Grand Slam, which begins on January 12, 2024. Djokovic To Be Coached By Andy Murray The Brisbane tournament is the beginning of a new chapter for Djokovic, as he will be guided by former world number one Andy Murray. The partnership was formed ahead of the new season as Djokovic looks to continue his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title. His aim is to break the tie with Margaret Court’s all-time record of 24 major singles crowns. Still, at a dismal close in a lackluster 2024 where Djokovic was unable to make gains on the milestone, it could potentially be reached in 2025. Djokovic Chasing His 100th Career Title Apart from the Grand Slam aspirations, Djokovic is also close to another major milestone. A win in Brisbane would give him his 100th career singles title and he would become the third player in the Open era to do so after Jimmy Connors and Roger Federer, who achieved 109 and 103 titles, respectively. Djokovic’s Fresh Perspective For 2025 Despite his early exit in this year’s Australian Open semifinals to eventual champion Jannik Sinner, the Serbian remains a dominant force in men’s tennis. A new partnership with Murray may prove vital as he goes for his elusive 25th Grand Slam title in Melbourne. Nick Kyrgios Returns To Competitive Tennis It won’t miss returning with one of the best tennis superstars at its backcourt, Nick Kyrgios, who suffered knee injuries twice with foot and wrist problems two consecutive years. Only a lone ATP Tour singles match so far for him after an injury-plagued phase, making his return something exciting for fans. Top Players To Feature In Brisbane Other top men’s players to start their 2025 seasons in Brisbane are Grigor Dimitrov, Holger Rune, Frances Tiafoe and Matteo Berrettini. Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning women’s champion at the Australian Open, has confirmed that she will be there. Three other top-10 women’s players join her in the line-up: Jessica Pegula, Emma Navarro and Daria Kasatkina. Former champion Victoria Azarenka will also play. The United Cup: A Strong Opening For Most Players While for many players, the Brisbane International is a season-opener, many top players will start their year playing the United Cup, which will be played in Sydney and Perth in a mixed-teams format. Representing the women’s section will be world number two Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Jasmine Paolini, while Alexander Zverev and Taylor Fritz spearhead the men’s participation. A Massive 2025 Season On The Horizon With the 2025 tennis season set to kick off, the attention will be on the Brisbane International as Djokovic seeks history and lays the groundwork for his quest for a 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Players to Watch – Djokovic’s Toughest Competitors at the Australian Open
Novak Djokovic will initiate his title defence against some of the best in the world in the upcoming Australian Open. In the previous edition, the Serbian made an incredible comeback against Daniil Medvedev to win his 10th Australian Open title – the most in the men’s singles category. The record 24-time Grand Slam champion now has the chance to create history by surpassing Margaret Court in the all-time list if he wins the upcoming Australian Open. However, he faces a stern challenge this time. Here are some of the tennis elites who can challenge the Serb for the title. Carlos Alcaraz Carlos Alcaraz sent shockwaves across the world by defeating Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon finals, becoming the only player not named Novak Djokovic to secure a Grand Slam title in the men’s singles category during the 2023 season. Touted for his speed and aggression, it won’t be a surprise if the 20-year-old Spanish prodigy once again gets the better of the Serbian and creates history. Daniil Medvedev The World No. 3 will seek an explosive start to the 2024 campaign. Renowned for his technical prowess on the court, Daniil Medvedev stands as a robust contender for the Grand Slam. His discipline and intelligence on the court will be pivotal in navigating the challenges posed by Djokovic. Jannik Sinner Jannik Sinner’s extraordinary resurgence, marked by victories over Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Medvedev, alongside triumphing over Djokovic in the Davis Cup semi-final and securing Italy’s first title since 1976, position him among the frontrunners for the Australian Open title. The question remains – can the Italian sustain his momentum and finally add a Grand Slam to his illustrious career, or will the wait persist? The Sportz Planet Desk
