The Australian Open is always a highly anticipated event, and this year is no exception. As the tournament approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the pre-show entertainment that sets the stage for the thrilling matches ahead. The pre-show is a vibrant and exciting event that features a variety of performances and activities designed to entertain and engage the audience.

One of the highlights of the pre-show is the RLA Light Show, a dazzling display of lights and effects that transforms Rod Laver Arena into a spectacle of color and sound. This mesmerizing show is a fan favorite and serves as a perfect warm-up for the main event.

In addition to the light show, the pre-show includes live performances from some of the most talented artists and performers. This year, the cast of Disney’s production of Beauty and the Beast will perform the iconic song “Be Our Guest” outside the theatre for the first time. The performance is sure to delight both young and old, adding a touch of magic to the evening.

The national anthem will be sung by Beau Woodbridge, the lead in the musical Dear Evan Hansen, who previously performed the anthem at Rod Laver Arena as a child. His rendition of the anthem is expected to be a heartfelt and memorable moment for everyone in attendance.

The pre-show also features the trophy unboxing, where the coveted Australian Open trophies are revealed to the audience. This moment is always met with excitement and anticipation, as fans get a glimpse of the prize that the players will be competing for.

Overall, the Australian Open pre-show is a fantastic way to kick off the tournament, providing entertainment and excitement for fans of all ages. With its combination of light shows, live performances, and special moments, the pre-show ensures that the excitement begins even before the first match is played.

Sinner at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Now ranked no.1, the Italian owns a 6-0 win-loss record in 2025. Jannik is playing at the moment at the Australian Open where he beat the world no.36 Nicolas Jarry 7-6(2) 7-6(5) 6-1, the world no.173 Tristan Schoolkate 4-6 6-4 6-1 6-3, the world no.46 Marcos Giron 6-3 6-4 6-2, the world no.13 Holger Rune 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2, the world no.8 Alex De Minaur 6-3 6-2 6-1

and the world no.20 Ben Shelton 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2.

Jannik Sinner will fight against the world no.2 Alexander Zverev in the final on Sunday at 7:30 pm on Rod Laver Arena. The head to head is 4-2 for Zverev.

The Italian won 19 titles in his career: 9 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

He is also scheduled to play in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open) on the 3rd of February and Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) on the 17th of February.

Zverev at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Currently ranked no.2 (career-high), Alexander owns a compiled 8-0 record in 2025. Alexander is playing at the Australian Open where he managed to beat the world no.103 Lucas Pouille 6-4 6-4 6-4, the world no.44 Pedro Martinez Portero 6-1 6-4 6-1, the world no.92 Jacob Fearnley 6-3 6-4 6-4, the world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 2-6 6-3 6-2, the world no.11 Tommy Paul 7-6(1) 7-6(0) 2-6 6-1 and the world no.7 Novak Djokovic 7-6(5) ret..

Alexander Zverev will play the world no.1 Jannik Sinner in the final on Sunday at 7:30 pm on Rod Laver Arena. Their actual record is 4-2 for Zverev.

Zverev won 24 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts and 8 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)

He is also scheduled to play in Buenos Aires (Argentina Open) on the 10th of February and Rio De Janeiro (Rio Open) on the 17th of February.

Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev fought against each other 6 times. Their current record is 4-2 for Zverev. Before, the last time they squared off, Jannik Sinner won 7-6(9) 5-7 7-6(4) in the semifinal in Cincinnati (Western & Southern Open) in August 2024.

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