2025 Australian Open Preview: Favorites, Dark Horses and Betting Odds

The 2025 Australian Open is just around the corner, and the betting odds are already out. Reigning women's champion Aryna Sabalenka is the favorite to win the tournament, while defending men's champion Jannik Sinner is also a strong contender.

Sabalenka had a dominant 2024 season, winning the Australian Open, US Open, and WTA Finals. She is also the defending champion at the Australian Open, having defeated Zheng Qinwen in straight sets last year. Sabalenka is a powerful player with a big serve and a strong forehand, and she will be looking to defend her title in Melbourne.

Sinner, meanwhile, had a breakthrough season in 2024, winning his first Grand Slam title at the French Open. He also reached the final at Wimbledon, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner is a talented player with a great backhand and a solid all-around game, and he will be looking to add the Australian Open to his list of accomplishments.

In addition to Sabalenka and Sinner, there are several other players who could potentially win the tournament. Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina are all former Grand Slam champions, and they will be looking to add another title to their collection. On the men's side, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Daniil Medvedev are all threats, as they have all won Grand Slam titles in the past few years.

The Australian Open will be played from January 12 to 26, and the finals will take place on January 25 (women's) and 26 (men's). The tournament is always one of the most exciting events on the tennis calendar, and this year should be no different. Be sure to tune in to see who will emerge victorious in Melbourne.