Australian Open 2018: Breaking down the chances of the top players at the Melbourne Park

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic would be hoping for an outstanding comeback

The six-time Australian Open champion returns after a six-month injury layoff and is confident that he can do some damage at his favourite surface. The Serbian may be ranked a lowly 14th seed, but his record at Melbourne Park speaks a lot for himself. His lingering elbow injury may cause him a worry or two

The Serbian has a tough draw ahead of him as he might face Gael Monfils in the second round and a potential meeting with Dominic Thiem in the quarter-finals may also be on the cards. His possible semi-final contender can be Federer with Nadal looming at the final stage.