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Australian Open 2023 preview: Djokovic, Nadal, Raducanu & Murray set for Melbourne

Novak Djokovic returns to the Australian Open a year on from his controversial deportation, again primed as the man to beat at the opening Grand Slam tournament of the 2023 season.

The 35-year-old Serb, aiming for a record-extending 10th title in Melbourne and a record-equalling 22nd men's major, has warmed up by winning an ATP title in Adelaide.

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz, ranked the world's best men's player, has pulled out with a knee injury and is one of several high-profile names to miss out.

British women's number one Emma Raducanu suffered an ankle injury in the build-up, initially putting her participation in doubt but the 20-year-old is now seemingly winning her fitness battle.