Aryna Sabalenka won the 2024 Australian Open title without losing a single set. Photo: Robert Prange/Getty Images
Aryna Sabalenka completed a ruthless defense of her Australian Open title by defeating newcomer Qinwen Zheng in the final.
The world number two lifted her first Grand Slam trophy in Melbourne – park 12 months ago and has been untouchable these two weeks.
She did not drop a set in seven matches and defeated China's Zheng 6-3, 6-2, becoming the first player since compatriot Victoria Azarenka 11 years ago, winning back-to-back titles here.
Read Simon Briggs' report here.
What is the order of play today?
(all times GMT)
Arena Rhoda Laver
8:30 am:Qinwen Zheng (China) v (2) Arina Sabalenka (Belr), Simone Bolelli (Ita) & Andrea Vavassori (Ita) v (2) Rohan Bopanna (India) & Matthew Ebden (Australia)
When will the Australian Open final take place?
The men's final will take place the following day: January 28 at 8:30am UK time.
How to watch the Australian Open on TV in the UK
In the UK, Eurosport has the rights to broadcast live coverage from Melbourne and will show 260 hours of tennis. Watch on Discovery+, Entertainment & A sports ticket costs £6.99 per month or £59.99 per year.
Nick Kyrgios is part of Eurosport's English-language commentary team this year and is one of the highlights of the live camera coverage from the commentary booth. Kyrgios is joined in Australia by presenters John McEnroe, Barbara Schett and Laura Robson, and from the London studio by new presenter Rachel Stringer.
How to watch the Australian Open on TV in the US
ESPN has the rights to broadcast the tournament.
Who are the defending champions?
Last year, Novak Djokovic won the men's singles title for a record 10th time after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas
Arina Sabalenka won her first Grand Slam women's singles title by defeating Elena Rybakina in three sets. .
Last chances to win the men's title
- Jannik Sinner 10/3
- Daniil Medvedev 5/1
Which British players are participating?
In the men's draw, Andy Murray and Dan Evans lost in the first round, while Jack Draper was knocked out in the second round. Cameron Norrie was the last man standing before losing to Alexander Zverev in a fifth-set tiebreaker in the fourth round.
Among the women, Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter advanced to the second round but lost. to reach the third round. Jodie Burrage was knocked out in the first round.
When did the Australian Open start?
The tournament started on Sunday, January 14. It was the first Sunday start in the history of the tournament.
What is the prize money for the Australian Open?
The total prize money for this year's Australian Open is up a record 13 percent from 2023: 46.3 million pounds sterling will be divided between the participants, with each winner taking home 1.68 million pounds sterling.
“We have increased the prize fund. in every round of the Australian Open, with the biggest increases in qualifying and the opening rounds of singles and doubles,” Tiley said. “We want to ensure that Australia remains the launch pad for the global tennis season and that players and their teams have everything they need to help them perform at their best and continue to enjoy a happy tournament.”
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