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| Rafael Nadal |
In a much-anticipated return to the court, two-time Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal has made a triumphant entry onto the tournament's official list after a prolonged absence due to injury. The 37-year-old Spaniard, who last graced the Australian Open before succumbing to a hip flexor injury, is set to mark his comeback at the Brisbane International in January.
Nadal's absence from the tennis scene has been keenly felt since his unfortunate injury during the last Australian Open. However, the former world number one has now signaled his intent to reignite his career, aiming for a successful return to the Grand Slam stage.
On the flip side, Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios appears poised to miss the upcoming tournament in January. The 28-year-old, who reached the Wimbledon final in 2022, has encountered a series of setbacks throughout 2023, grappling with injuries to his wrist, knee, and foot. Despite expressing the challenging road to recovery, there remains a possibility of Kyrgios receiving a wildcard entry, keeping fans hopeful for his participation.
Meanwhile, the defending champion and world number one, Novak Djokovic, is all set to grace the court, vying for an unprecedented 11th men's Australian Open title and eyeing his 25th Grand Slam victory overall.
In the women's category, the anticipation is equally high as world number one Iga Swiatek and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka gear up to renew their on-court rivalry. Adding to the excitement, former champions Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, and Angelique Kerber will make a return to Melbourne Park after taking a hiatus from the tour for motherhood.
The British contingent is well-represented, with Andy Murray, Cameron Norrie, Jack Draper, Katie Boulter, and Jodie Burrage all securing direct entries. As the countdown to the Australian Open begins, tennis enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing a thrilling fortnight of action, starting on January 14 and culminating with the men's singles final on January 28.
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