Tennis fanatics and avid pundits are all excitedly awaiting for the beginning of the first grand slam tennis tournament this 2012. The Australian Open 2012 officially opens on Monday January 16 and ends on the championship, January 29, 2012. This year Australian Open marks its 100th edition which will be held at the Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
We can watch Australian Open 2012 live on ESPN, FOX and other television channel. Check your satellite/cable operator for the availability and schedule of the tennis event at your country. Lastly fans, can watch the event through paid/free online streaming at ESPN3.com and SopCast links.
Australian Open 2012 Schedule
Monday, January 16 – Monday, Jan 23
- 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Early round play
Monday, January 23
- 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Quarterfinals
Tuesday, January 24
- 3:30 – 6 a.m. – Quarterfinals
- 7 – 2 a.m. – Quarterfinals
Wednesday, January 25
- 3:30 – 6 a.m. – Quarterfinals
- 7 – 2 a.m. – Quarterfinals
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. – Women’s Semifinals
Thursday, January 26
- 11 p.m. – 3:30 a.m. – Mixed Doubles SF/Women’s Doubles Finals
- 3:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Men’s Semifinal #1
Friday, January 27
- 3:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Men’s Semifinal #2
- 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. – Girls and Boys Singles Finals
Saturday, January 28
- 5:30 – 7:30 a.m. – Men’s Doubles Final
- 3 – 5:30 a.m. – Women’s Final
Sunday, January 29
- 12:30 – 2:30 a.m. – Mixed Doubles Final
- 3 – 6:30 a.m. Men’s Final – LIVE
The reigning Australian Open titlist and world no. 1 Novak Djokovic will defend his crown after defeating Andy Murray last year. Djokovic has recorded three Grand Slam wins, 10 victories overall and a 70-6 record in individual matches. French Open champion Rafael Nadal and 16-time Grand slam winner Roger Federer are seeded no. 2 and no. 3 respectively. Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan will be defending their doubles crown from strong lineup of opponents.
Kim Clijsters will tries to retain her Australian Open crown against Chinese top contender Li Na. In the women’s double, Gisela Dulko and Flavia Penetta will defend their title.
This is going to be an exciting tennis event! So, don’t miss witnessing the Australian Open 2012 tennis live streaming on television and online stream channels.
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