In Melbourne, the extreme heat regularly exceeds 40 degrees and becomes a full-fledged opponent, symbol of a climatic hell summed up by a famous phrase from Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
Announced for a highly anticipated return to Melbourne thanks to her protected ranking, Jennifer Brady has ultimately decided not to compete in the Australian Open qualifying.
Invited by the organizers, Venus Williams will compete in her 22nd main draw at the Australian Open. An absolute record in the history of the Australian Grand Slam.