Australian Open: First-Round Matches for Men and Women

The Australian Open in Melbourne has announced the full draw for the men's and women's singles tournaments. Notable matches include Carlos Alcaraz defeating Adam Walton, and Aryna Sabalenka beating Tessah Rakotomanga Rajaonah. The tournament runs daily, with outside court matches starting at midnight UK and Ireland time, and show court matches beginning at 1 am. Night sessions commence at 8 am. The schedule is as follows: January 18-20 for the first round, January 21-22 for the second round, January 23-24 for the third round, January 25-26 for the fourth round, January 27-28 for the quarter-finals, January 29 for the women's semi-finals, January 30 for the men's semi-finals, January 31 for the women's final at 8:30 am UK and Ireland time, and February 1 for the men's final at 8:30 am UK and Ireland time. Sky Sports will broadcast the ATP and WTA Tours, and the events can also be streamed with NOW and the Sky Sports app.