When are Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka & others playing in Australian Open 2025?  All about their 1R schedule

The Australian Open 2025 is all set to begin from January 12. The players have gotten their preparations in, and now the stage is set for a captivating opening Grand Slam of the year.

Here’s a closer look at where and when players like Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka, and more will kick off their campaigns.

Novak Djokovic

The 10-time title holder will be facing a rookie from the USA.

• Match: Novak Djokovic vs Nishesh Basavareddy
• Date: Monday, January 13, 2025
• Court: Rod Laver Arena
• Time: Starting at 7:00 p.m. local time, and 3:00 a.m. EST

Coco Gauff

Two Americans are matched up against each other. The current World No. 3 will be facing the 2020 Australian Open winner.

• Match: Coco Gauff vs Sofia Kenin
• Date: Monday, January 13, 2025
• Court: Rod Laver Arena
• Time: Starting at 11:30 a.m. local time, and 7:30 p.m. EST (January 12)

Aryna Sabalenka

The world No. 1 will be up against Sloane Stephens. The American will be eyeing her comeback in the tournament against the reigning champion.

• Match: Aryna Sabalenka vs Sloane Stephens
• Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
• Court: Rod Laver Arena
• Time: Starting at 7:00 p.m. local time, and 3:00 a.m. EST

Carlos Alcaraz

The Spaniard is aiming to complete his career slam at the 2025 Australian Open. His campaign kickstarts with him facing Kazakhstan’s Alexander Shevchenko.

• Match: Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Shevchenko
• Date: Monday, January 13, 2025
• Court: Margaret Court Arena
• Time: Starting at 7:00 p.m. local time, and 3:00 a.m. EST

Jannik Sinner

The World No. 1 will be aiming for his second consecutive title at the Australian Open. Sinner is matched up against Chilean tennis player, Nicolas Jarry, in the first round.

• Match: Jannik Sinner vs Nicolás Jarry
• Date: Monday, January 13, 2025
• Court: Rod Laver Arena
• Time: Starting at 2:00 p.m. local time, and 10:00 p.m. EST (January 12)

Naomi Osaka

The two-time Australian Open champion will play her first round against Caroline Garcia.

• Match: Naomi Osaka vs Caroline Garcia
• Date: Monday, January 13, 2025
• Court: Rod Laver Arena
• Time: Starting at 9:00 p.m. local time, and 5:00 a.m. EST

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Australian Open 2025: Channel and live stream details

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Tennis enthusiasts worldwide can watch the Australian Open 2025 through various platforms:

• United States: ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN+
• Australia: Channel 9 and 9Now
• New Zealand: Sky Sports and Sky Go NZ
• Canada: TSN (The Sports Network) and TSN Direct
• India: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV app and website
• China: CCTV (China Central Television) and CCTV online platforms
• Spain, Germany, France, Czech Republic, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Greece, Latvia, Serbia, Italy, San Marino, Vatican City: Eurosport and Eurosport Player
• Japan: WOWOW and WOWOW online services

Additional Notable Matches

Alexander Zverev: The number two seed begins his campaign against a qualifier (Lucas Pouille) on Sunday, January 12, at John Cain Arena, local time 8:10 p.m., and 4:10 a.m. EST.

Iga Swiatek: The World No.2 faces a qualifier (Katerina Siniakova) in her first-round match on Monday, January 13, at Margaret Court Arena, local time 1:30 p.m., and 9:30 p.m. EST (January 12).

Daniil Medvedev: Takes on qualifier Kasidit Samrej on Tuesday, January 14, at John Cain Arena, the time is yet to be decided.

A few known players have opted out of the 2025 Australian Open due to various reasons. While players like Simona Halep, Emil Ruusuvuori, Barbora Krejcikova, Bianca Andreescu, and Emil Ruusuvuori have withdrawn citing physical or mental concerns; Caroline Wozniacki, and Karolina Pliskova have withdrawn because of unspecified and personal reasons respectively.

One day remains before the action begins Down Under. Mark your calendars and tune in to catch the world’s best players battle it out for the prestigious first Grand Slam title of 2025!