Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios (the home favorite) played an exhibition match at Rod Laver Arena on Friday, just days before the start of the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the new season.

Novak Djokovic and Nick KyrgiosPhoto: Sydney Low/CSM/Shutterstock Editorial/Profimedia

The audience thoroughly enjoyed the concert offered by both, Nole and Nick competing in more spectacular performances and reactions.

Phases of Djokovic vs. Kyrgios

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Novak Djokovic vs Nick Kyrgios:

Australian Open 2023 will be held from January 16 to 29. The champions of the title were Ashley Barty (now retired from sports) and Rafael Nadal.

The Australian Open has been held at Melbourne Park since 1988 (this will be the 55th edition of the Open Era) and the main arenas are:

Rod Laver Arena – 14,820 seats

John Cain Arena – 10,300 seats

Margaret Court Arena – 7500 seats

Kia Arena – 5000 seats.

Australian Open 2023 prizes in euros

Champion ~ 1.89 million euros

Finalist ~ 1.03 million euros

Semi-final ~ €587,000

Apartments ~ 352,400 euros

Optimal ~ 338,250 euros

III round ~ 214,700 euros

II round ~ 100,800 euros

I round ~ 67,400 euros.

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