The 10 conclusions from the Australian Open 2025

We analyze what can be drawn from the first Grand Slam of the year and how what happened can influence the coming months in both circuits.

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 27 Jan 2025 | 07.22
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Conclusions from the 2025 Australian Open. Photo: gettyimages
Conclusions from the 2025 Australian Open. Photo: gettyimages

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The dispute of a Grand Slam leaves a very important mark in the world of tennis, with aspects that need to be analyzed and that can set the basis for what will be seen later on. What happened in this 2025 Australian Open is very representative of the hegemony of Jannik Sinner, as well as the relentless effort of Madison Keys, who found the long-awaited prize. But there is much more.

It is inevitable to let the imagination soar after two weeks of such intense tennis as the one that the 2025 Australian Open has left behind. This first Grand Slam of the year has ended with Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys as champions, but also with many other aspects worth analyzing for the importance they may have in the future. The best in the world leave Australian territory with many lessons learned and some with tasks for the coming months.

- Conclusions from the 2025 Australian Open

1. Jannik Sinner and the gestation of a great empire

As if he were a robot designed with artificial intelligence, Sinner is defying the laws of logic with an unattainable tennis. His superiority over his rivals is evident, and the way he strolled through the Australian Open suggests that we may be witnessing an era of extreme dominance, at least on hard courts.

2. Alexander Zverev, another missed opportunity and fewer bullets in the chamber

Sascha’s determination to pursue his dream is highly commendable, but losing three Grand Slam finals and seeing how the competitors are becoming stronger could plunge the German into a desolation difficult to recover from. Being so far from Sinner's level can generate feelings of distrust hard for him to manage.

3. Carlos Alcaraz and the urgent need to react

4. Novak Djokovic, the body seeks mercy

His level of play, the intangibles are eternal, and his ambition unlimited. However, the body is already feeling the scars of nearly 38 years and is starting to show that the time for a well-deserved rest is near. A new muscle injury cannot be interpreted solely as bad luck but as the beginning of the end for a legend who can only be retired by injuries resulting from wear and tear.

5. Great reasons to be excited about future stars

Exciting times are ahead in the world of tennis, with this Australian Open being a luxury showcase for young talents like Joao Fonseca and Learner Tien, who will have much to say in the coming years. The outstanding performance of Ben Shelton cannot be overlooked either, as although he is already older and established among the best, he has made a qualitative leap by returning to the semifinals of a Grand Slam.

6. Madison Keys and the ability to challenge the established order

Impressive displays by the American player, returning to a Grand Slam final more than seven years after her first one and showcasing a fast-paced and tremendously precise tennis. She managed to maintain mental stability to defeat the two best players in the world and deliver a memorable performance. Can she sustain it?

7. Aryna Sabalenka, nothing can be taken for granted

She was the top favorite for the title before the tournament, and that favoritism only grew after each round. It was taken for granted that she would win her third consecutive Australian Open, but there is no room for relaxation or for a bad day in this WTA circuit. Losing the final to Keys was a tough blow, but it can be a driving force to return to her best level.

8. Iga Swiatek, signs of promise or reasons to worry?

Returning to action after everything that happened off the court and seeing Sabalenka surpassing her has not been easy. While reaching the semifinals of a Grand Slam that is not her natural habitat is commendable, Iga cannot settle for anything less than reaching the final. Losing to Keys was a setback for her from which she will want to recover soon.

9. Paula Badosa has room and ability to keep improving

Badosa has been following an exciting path since last year, which she has been able to continue in this first major tournament of the year. Exploring her limits in Grand Slams by reaching the semifinals was a priority for her, as well as breaking into the top 10. With tasks completed and a solid foundation for further growth, the year looks very promising for the Spanish player.

10. Cori Gauff and Elena Rybakina need to step up

They have everything to continue achieving great success and being real and consistent alternatives to the top two players in the world, but they accumulate too many sporadic stumbles that prevent their consistency. Neither of them performed as expected in Australia and they will seek an early reaction in the upcoming events.

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