Summary
Emma Raducanu might face Aryna Sabalenka in the third round of the Australian Open. Raducanu, the British number one, faces Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew first. The draw puts her against top-seeded Sabalenka early in the tournament.
Key Facts
- Emma Raducanu may play Aryna Sabalenka in the third round of the Australian Open.
- Raducanu will first compete against Mananchaya Sawangkaew from Thailand in the opening match.
- Sabalenka, the world number one, will start against Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah from France.
- Raducanu has struggled for consistency since her 2021 US Open win.
- Raducanu was well-tested by top players at last year's Grand Slam events, including a match against Sabalenka at Wimbledon.
- Seven British players are in the Australian Open singles draws, with Raducanu as the highest-ranked.
- Defending men's champion Jannik Sinner will play against Hugo Gaston from France.
