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When is Taylor Fritz’s first round match? Opponent, time and date | Australian Open 2025

The American kicks off his campaign Down Under with high expectations after a career-best year, facing a familiar opponent in round one.

The American kicks off his campaign Down Under with high expectations after a career-best year, facing a familiar opponent in round one.
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Taylor Fritz is no stranger to high expectations, especially now that he’s ranked world No. 4 – a career-best. Fresh from a successful season where he made his first Grand Slam final at the U.S. Open and battled world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the ATP Finals decider, Fritz heads into the Australian Open 2025 with plenty to prove. But if you’re hoping for bold predictions from the 27-year-old, think again.

Taylor Fritz during his press conference ahead of the Australian Open.
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Taylor Fritz during his press conference ahead of the Australian Open.Francis MascarenhasREUTERS

In true Fritz fashion, he’s sticking to his tried-and-true approach: no overthinking, no glancing too far ahead in the draw, and definitely no adding extra pressure. “The worst thing I can do is be looking super far ahead,” Fritz told reporters. He’s not wrong. The moment a top seed starts planning for finals before surviving the early rounds, things tend to go wrong.

This year, Fritz’s first hurdle is an all-American clash against Jenson Brooksby. You could say it’s a tricky draw, given Brooksby’s knack for disrupting opponents with his unorthodox style. But Fritz isn’t taking the bait, emphasizing he’s focused on one match at a time.

Taylor Fritz during a practice session ahead of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
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Taylor Fritz during a practice session ahead of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.ROLEX DELA PENAEFE

When is Fritz vs Brooksby at Melbourne Park?

The tournament kicks off on Sunday, January 12, with matches scheduled over three days. At the time of writing, no confirmed day/time has been confirmed by organizers, so Fritz’s opening showdown could land anywhere between January 12 and 14. Scheduling at the Australian Open is often released the night before. What we do know is that matches tend to follow local time, so evening showdowns in Melbourne can translate to early morning drama for U.S. viewers on the east coast.

While Fritz hasn’t looked too far ahead, he has been sharpening his game with some specific tweaks since last year’s U.S. Open final and those encounters with big names like Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. He’s clear-eyed about the challenge ahead, but there’s an air of quiet confidence in his preparation.

For those eager to catch Fritz’s opening act, keep a close eye on the tournament schedule and be prepared for some late-night or early-morning tennis action. The Australian Open is never short on drama, and with Fritz entering in peak form, you won’t want to miss it.

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