Australian Open 2025 Draw : Defending Champion Jannik Sinner Faces Nicolas Jarry, Potential Djokovic vs Alcaraz Clash In Quarters

The Australian Open 2025: The draws for the Australian Open 2025 are out now and World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will kick off his quest to defend his Australian Open crown with a first-round clash against Chile's Nicolas Jarry.

Serbian ace Novak Djokovic, the record holder for the most Australian Open titles, will face talented American wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy in his opening match.

Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz, aiming to complete his Career Grand Slam, has been drawn against Kazakhstan's Alexander Shevchenko in his first-round encounter.

German second-seed Alexander Zverev will start his campaign against Lucas Pouille, a wildcard entrant from France.

The tournament's projected matchups suggest Djokovic and Alcaraz could meet in the quarterfinals, with the winner potentially facing Zverev in the semifinal stage.

Fourth seed Taylor Fritz, last year's US Open runner-up, is set to take on fellow American Jenson Brooksby in the first round. Should Fritz progress, he may encounter Sinner in the semifinals, setting up a highly anticipated rematch of their 2024 US Open final.

Meanwhile, fifth seed Daniil Medvedev, a three-time runner-up at the Australian Open, begins his journey against Thai wildcard Kasidit Samrej. The Russian shares the same quarter of the draw as Fritz, raising the possibility of a blockbuster clash later in the tournament.

On the other hand, Nick Kyrgios will be taking on unseeded British player, Jacob Fearnley. There is a possibility, he could face Alexander Zverev, if he makes it to the third round.

In the women's draw, defending champion Aryna Sabalenka is set to face former US Open winner Sloane Stephens in her opening match, presenting a challenging start for the Russian ace.