The 112th edition of the Australian Open is the most anticipated of them all and features a total of 256 players from both tours vying to win the year's first Grand Slam.
Novak Djokovic has dominated this tournament more than any other player in history. His grip on the men's title is not likely to loosen, according to the oddsmakers who have instilled the Serbian superstar as the overwhelming favorite to win a remarkable 11th title.
The unpredictability of the women's tournament means we could crown a new champion. It's been a full decade since a WTA player defended the Australian Open. Still, Aryna Sabalenka will hope it will be a good omen because the last woman to win back-to-back titles in Melbourne was a Belarusian.
If you are looking to watch the 2024 Australian Open, we shall equip you with all the relevant information pertaining to the major broadcast partners that will telecast the matches from Melbourne Park.
When Does The 2024 Australian Open Start?
The 2024 Australian Open will run from January 14th, when first-round matches begin, till January 28th, when the men's singles final will be held. And for the first time in the tournament's history, main draw action at the Melbourne Slam will commence on Sunday in order to prevent late-night finishes.
Who Is Playing The 2024 Australian Open?
The full entry list for the men's and women's tournaments has been released. The major headline for the men's side is regarding an absentee. That is 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal, who has heartbreakingly withdrawn from the event due to a muscle tear in his hip.
With Nadal out of the picture, World No. 1 Novak Djokovic will have the chance to extend his Grand Slam record. However, three direct rivals looking to challenge him include Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Jannik Sinner.
The women's edition will be equally competitive. Iga Swiatek is unbeaten in 16 singles matches coming to the tournament dating back to last year's China Open. Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, and Coco Gauff all have momentum coming to Melbourne.
What Is The Prize Money For The 2024 Australian Open?
Being a Grand Slam, the Australian Open offers equal prize money to the men and women competing in the tournament. The total prize money for 2024 stands at A$86.5 million. The men's and women's singles champions will bank A$3,150,000 and receive a whopping 2,000 ranking points.
Where To Watch The 2024 Australian Open?
Some of the major broadcast partners for the 2024 Australian Open are indicated below.
Africa: Tennis fans from Sub-Saharan Africa can watch live action on television on Supersport. The streaming option is available only on the DSTV App.
Australia: Channel Nine retained the rights to air the matches within Australia on television. Stan Sport will provide live-streaming coverage of the tournament.
Belgium: Eurosport
Canada: TSN / RDS
China: CCTV, iQIYI, GreatSports Media (Shanghai TV), Guangdong TV
Czech Republic: Eurosport
Denmark: Eurosport
France: Eurosport
Germany: Eurosport
Greece: Eurosport
Hungary: Eurosport
Italy: Eurosport
India & Subcontinent: Sony Sports, SonyLIV
Japan: WOWOW
Mexico: ESPN International
MENA Region: beIN Sports Arabia holds exclusive rights for all four Grand Slams in the Middle East and North African countries.
Norway: Eurosport
Poland: Eurosport
Spain: Eurosport
Switzerland: Eurosport & SSR SRG
UK: Eurosport, Discovery+
USA: ESPN recently signed a nine-year contract extension to telecast Australian Open matches in the United States until 2031. Streaming is available on ESPN+.
Please note that the complete list of all countries and their respective broadcasters is available on the tournament's official website.
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