The 2024 Australian Open commences on Saturday, marking a historic 15-day duration for the first time in its history.
Melbourne Park sets the stage for the first grand slam event of the year, with a particularly intriguing men's singles draw. Notably, the absence of Rafael Nadal due to a hip injury shifts the spotlight to the No. 1 seed, Novak Djokovic, who aims to secure his 25th career grand slam title.
Djokovic, a dominant force in Australian tennis, boasts 10 titles and an impressive career record of 89-8 in the event.
Despite being the betting favourite, Djokovic might be pipped to the title by a surprise winner as he is contending with a wrist injury, impacting his forehand and serve.
This gives Carlos Alcaraz a chance to stage another upset. The Spaniard secured his place in tennis history by defeating Djokovic in the Wimbledon finals. Known for his remarkable speed and aggressive playing style, the 20-year-old Spanish prodigy's triumph sent shockwaves across the world.
Whereas Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev are also among the contenders. Currently ranked as the World No. 3, Medvedev is geared up for a dynamic start to the 2024 tennis campaign.
Known for his exceptional technical skills on the court, he emerges as a formidable contender for Grand Slam success. His discipline and strategic intelligence will play a crucial role in facing the formidable challenges presented by top competitors, including the likes of Djokovic.
Whereas Sinner enters the Australian Open with a remarkable resurgence, showcasing victories over tennis giants Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Medvedev. His triumph over Djokovic in the Davis Cup semi-final and contribution to Italy's first title since 1976 add to the Italian's impressive recent record.
Who should you bet on in the Australian Open?
According to Dafabets, Djokovic is an emphatic favourite to clinch his 25th grand slam title. He is closely followed by Alcara, Sinner and Medvedev.
| Player | Odds |
| Novak Djokovic | 2.05 |
| Carlos Alcaraz | 4.33 |
| Jannik Sinner | 7.00 |
| Daniel Medvedev | 10.00 |
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