The Australian Open 2025 is set to be an electrifying tournament, with top players from around the world vying for the prestigious title. However, one player who has drawn particular attention is Novak Djokovic, who has been handed a challenging draw.
Djokovic, a ten-time Australian Open champion, is on a collision course with some of the most formidable opponents in the tournament. His journey begins against American wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy, but the real test lies ahead. Djokovic is projected to face world number 10 Grigor Dimitrov in the fourth round, followed by a potential quarter-final clash with Spain’s rising star Carlos Alcaraz.
The Serbian tennis legend is no stranger to tough draws, but this year’s path to the title is particularly daunting. A potential semi-final match against Alexander Zverev, who has been in excellent form, adds to the challenge.
Djokovic’s draw highlights the depth of talent in men’s tennis and sets the stage for some thrilling matches. Fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see if Djokovic can navigate this tough path and secure his 11th Australian Open title and 25th Grand Slam.
Alexander Zverev in 2025
Currently the world no.2 (career-high), Zverev played his last match on the 30th of December 2024 when he overcame world no.47 Zhizhen Zhang 2-6 6-0 6-2 in the round robin in Australia (draw).
During this season the German has an overall 2-0 match record.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
WLWLLWLWWW Ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 19th of November 2024 when he beat world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(0) 6-3 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This season Alcaraz has managed to achieve an overall 54-13 match record.
Alcaraz has scheduled to play next in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open). He will start from the main draw that will commence on the 1st of January.
Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz squared off 13 times. Their current head to head is 8-5 for Zverev.
