India, Jan. 15 -- Defending men's singles champion Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic landed in the same half of the Australian Open draw, revealed on Thursday in Melbourne. The 10-time Melbourne champion Djokovic could potentially set up a blockbuster semifinal clash against the Italian. Meanwhile, reigning women's champion Madison Keys was handed a tough draw.

Although Djokovic once led 4-1 in their head-to-head rivalry, Sinner has beaten the Serbian in their last five meetings, including a semifinal win at the 2024 Australian Open en route to his maiden Grand Slam title. The 38-year-old, still in search of a record-breaking 25th major that would see him surpass Margaret Court's all-time singles tally, will open his campaign against Pedr...