Some of the world's best tennis players will take to Rod Laver Arena for a series of practice matches in their preparation for the Australian Open.
These exhibition contests will be available for the general public to attend and get a taste of the action before the main event - which begins on January 16.
The Sporting News has all the latest details on the pre-Australian Open practice matches.
Which stars are playing in the Australian Open 2023 practice matches?
Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic's 'The Arena Showdown' headlines a series of top quality contests between the best players in the world - both men and women.
Top seed Rafael Nadal will also be in the schedule alongside other superstar men including Daniil Medvedev, Denis Shapvalov, Stan Wawrinka and Hubert Hurkacz.
Women's talent on display features world No.3 Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka and Maria Sakkari.
More matches and talent is expected to be added over the coming days.
Australian Open 2023 practice match schedule
| Date | Time (AEDT) | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Thu Jan 12 | 3:00pm | Alexander Zverev vs Dominic Thiem |
| Thu Jan 12 | 4:15pm | Aryna Sabalenka vs Maria Sakkari |
| Thu Jan 12 | 5:30pm | Stan Wawrinka vs TBC |
| Thu Jan 12 | 6:45pm | Rafael Nadal vs Hubert Hurkacz |
| Fri Jan 13 | 6:30pm | Nick Kyrgios vs Novak Djokovic |
Note: Subject to change at short notice.
How to buy tickets Australian Open 2023 practice matches?
Fans can access Melbourne Park to watch any of the practice matches or the Australian Open qualifying tournament with adult tickets $10 and kids tickets $5 at the gate.
The exception is Nick Kyrgios vs Novak Djokovic - with all tickets costing $20 and the proceeds going to the Australian Tennis Foundation.
Details on how to buy tickets for Kyrgios vs Djokovic can be found here.
Will the Australian Open 2023 practice matches be on TV or live stream?
There are no details on whether the matches will be televised or live streamed.
It's unlikely a full scale production will occur as the matches are before the tournament starts.
Details will be updated if they become available.