There are only two former champions in the women's Australian Open draw, and Ajla Tomljanović could face one of them in the second round after copping a tough Australian Open draw, while Nick Kyrgios takes on a tough Russian to open his campaign.
Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleShare
It won't get any easier if the 2022 Wimbledon and US Open quarterfinalist makes it to the third round, with in-form 10th seed Madison Keys — a semifinal loser to Ash Barty last year — potentially waiting there. A star of Australia's charge to last year's Billie Jean King Cup final, Tomljanović enjoyed her finest season in 2022.
Which dangerman Kyrgios could strike in the third round was the most compelling question to be answered at Thursday's draw in Melbourne.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Nadal confident ahead of Australian Open title defenceTop seed Rafael Nadal is untroubled by his winless start to 2023, adamant he’s well-placed to win a third Australian Open crown.
Read more »
Thiem relishes chance to do some damage at Australian OpenDominic Thiem is tempering expectations in his comeback after a major wrist injury, but the former world No.3 is rapt to be at the Australian Open.
Read more »
Australian Open 2023: five rising stars to watch at Melbourne ParkLinda Fruhvirtova leads the Czech charge while Jack Draper’s rise up the rankings is cause for optimism
Read more »
ASX LIVE: Australian shares poised to rise at the open on Wall Street advanceAustralian shares set to open higher. Wall Street advances. Bitcoin holds above $US17,000. $A hovers near US69¢.
Read more »
Australian Open warning over DjokovicTennis fans flocking to Melbourne Park to watch the 2023 Australian Open have been warned they will be booted from the site if they target returning star Novak Djokovic.
Read more »
Novak Djokovic's injury scare continues to hover over Australian Open preparationNovak Djokovic's hamstring troubles continue, with the Serbian cutting short an Australian Open practice match to due the injury.
Read more »