Last Updated on August 7, 2026 by Maurya
The Australian Open 2027 already has the ingredients for another fascinating opening Grand Slam of the tennis season. Carlos Alcaraz will arrive as the defending men’s champion if fit, Elena Rybakina will be attempting to retain the women’s crown, and Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka currently head their respective betting markets.
The tournament is officially scheduled for 11–31 January 2027 at Melbourne Park, with Opening Week running from 11–16 January and the main draw beginning on Sunday, 17 January. The singles finals will take place across the closing weekend of 30–31 January.
There is still plenty of tennis to be played before Melbourne, so outright prices should be treated as an early snapshot rather than fixed predictions. Form, fitness, the US Open, the end-of-season championships, Australian summer preparation and ultimately the Australian Open draw could all significantly change the market.
Australian Open 2027 odds
Early betting strongly suggests another Australian Open dominated by familiar names.
In the men’s market, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are separated from the rest of the field. Sportsbet currently lists Sinner at 2.00 and Alcaraz at 2.20, followed by Novak Djokovic at 10.00 and Alexander Zverev at 14.00. Betfair has almost identical prices on the leading pair, offering Sinner at evens and Alcaraz at 6/5.
Australian Open 2027 men’s winner odds
| Player | Early odds* | Betting view |
| Jannik Sinner | 2.00 | Favourite |
| Carlos Alcaraz | 2.20 | Defending champion |
| Novak Djokovic | 10.00 | Proven Melbourne specialist |
| Alexander Zverev | 14.00 | Major contender |
| Lorenzo Musetti | 23.00 | Outside chance |
| Daniil Medvedev | 26.00 | Hard-court threat |
| Jack Draper | 26.00 | High-upside contender |
| Joao Fonseca | 31.00 | Emerging talent |
| Ben Shelton | 34.00 | Powerful outsider |
| Holger Rune | 34.00 | High ceiling |
| Alex de Minaur | 41.00 | Home favourite |
*Indicative Sportsbet prices checked in August 2026. Odds can change at any time and differ between operators and jurisdictions.
The women’s tournament is less concentrated. Aryna Sabalenka is currently around 2.80 with Sportsbet, followed by defending champion Elena Rybakina at 5.00, Iga Swiatek at 5.50 and Coco Gauff at 8.00. BetMGM has Sabalenka at 3.25, Rybakina at 5.00, Swiatek at 6.00 and Gauff at 8.00, illustrating why comparing prices can matter even several months before the tournament.
Australian Open 2027 women’s winner odds
| Player | Early odds* | Betting view |
| Aryna Sabalenka | 2.80 | Favourite |
| Elena Rybakina | 5.00 | Defending champion |
| Iga Swiatek | 5.50 | Major champion |
| Coco Gauff | 8.00 | Hard-court contender |
| Amanda Anisimova | 10.00 | Dangerous power player |
| Mirra Andreeva | 12.00 | Rising contender |
| Naomi Osaka | 13.00 | Former AO champion |
| Elina Svitolina | 23.00 | Experienced outsider |
| Jessica Pegula | 23.00 | Consistent hard-courter |
| Alexandra Eala | 26.00 | Breakthrough prospect |
*Indicative Sportsbet prices checked in August 2026.
Australian Open 2027 men’s predictions
Jannik Sinner – current pick to win
Prediction: Winner contender
At current prices, Jannik Sinner is our leading early selection for the Australian Open 2027, primarily because of his combination of Melbourne history, hard-court quality and current level.
Sinner knows exactly how to win at Melbourne Park. He captured his maiden major there in 2024 after recovering from two sets down against Daniil Medvedev, then successfully defended his crown in 2025 by beating Alexander Zverev in straight sets. He dropped only two sets during the entire 2025 tournament and did not face a break point in the final.
His attempt at a third consecutive Australian Open title ended dramatically in 2026 when Novak Djokovic defeated him 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in a four-hour, nine-minute semifinal.
Sinner has since reinforced his position near the top of men’s tennis. He successfully defended Wimbledon in July 2026, defeating Zverev in four sets to claim a fifth Grand Slam title.
There is one qualification to an outright recommendation this early: Sinner withdrew from Montreal in July to prioritise his health. With January still months away, that is not necessarily a concern for Melbourne, but fitness remains something to monitor before backing a short-priced outright favourite.
At around 2.00, the market is offering little margin for error. Nevertheless, Sinner remains the most complete early Australian Open 2027 pick if assessing the tournament today.
Carlos Alcaraz – the biggest question mark
Prediction: Major contender if fully fit
Carlos Alcaraz finally conquered Melbourne Park in spectacular fashion in 2026.
He defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the final, securing his first Australian Open title and becoming the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam.
Under normal circumstances, having the defending champion at 2.20 alongside Sinner would make the men’s outright market exceptionally difficult to split.
The problem is Alcaraz’s fitness.
As of early August 2026, the Spaniard has been dealing with a wrist injury that has kept him out since April. He missed both Roland Garros and Wimbledon and subsequently withdrew from Cincinnati, putting his US Open title defence in doubt.
There are more than five months between now and the Australian Open, so writing off Alcaraz would be premature. But from a betting-value perspective, 2.20 is difficult to recommend while significant fitness uncertainty remains.
If he returns during the second half of 2026, finishes the season healthy and completes a normal preseason, his Australian Open credentials immediately become much stronger.
For now, this is a classic example of why bettors do not necessarily need to take an early price simply because a player is among the favourites.
Can Novak Djokovic win another Australian Open?
Prediction: Strong outsider
Few players have ever been as closely associated with one Grand Slam venue as Novak Djokovic is with Melbourne Park.
Djokovic has won the Australian Open men’s singles title 10 times, the tournament record.
His 2026 performance also proved that writing him off remains dangerous. Djokovic defeated two-time defending champion Sinner in an epic five-set semifinal before taking the opening set against Alcaraz in the final. Alcaraz eventually prevailed in four.
The difficulty is maintaining that level across seven best-of-five matches. Djokovic is now 39, and Reuters noted recently that managing physical recovery while remaining match-sharp has become an increasingly important part of his tournament planning.
That makes 10.00 far more interesting than the prices available on Sinner and Alcaraz, although naturally much riskier.
Djokovic may no longer be the automatic Melbourne favourite of previous years, but his Australian Open record and his 2026 run mean he still belongs near the top of any serious shortlist.
Alexander Zverev – the alternative to the big three
Zverev provides an interesting example of how dramatically prices can vary between bookmakers.
Sportsbet listed him at approximately 14.00, whereas BetMGM had him significantly shorter at 8.00 in its 2027 tournament-winner market.
That difference alone demonstrates an important Australian Open betting principle: compare odds before placing an outright bet.
Zverev reached the 2025 Australian Open final, losing to Sinner, and reached another Grand Slam final at Wimbledon in 2026, where Sinner again beat him.
His ability is unquestioned. The betting issue is whether he can consistently defeat the very best players over five sets at the business end of a major.
At 14.00 he is potentially interesting. At substantially shorter odds, the value argument weakens.
Australian Open 2027 women’s predictions
Aryna Sabalenka – favourite for good reason
Prediction: Leading contender
Aryna Sabalenka’s record in Melbourne makes her an obvious favourite despite failing to win the title in each of the last two editions.
She reached a fourth consecutive Australian Open final in 2026, having won the championship in 2023 and 2024. In the latest final, Rybakina defeated her 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.
Sabalenka’s combination of first-strike power, serve and aggressive returning makes her particularly dangerous on hard courts.
Her 2026 season has not been flawless. Reuters reported in early August that the world No.1 had endured a mixed run at the middle two majors but was refreshed and looking forward to returning to hard courts ahead of the US Open.
That makes her an entirely logical favourite for Melbourne.
However, 2.80 is short enough that waiting may be preferable. Her US Open performance and late-season form could either strengthen the case or create a better price.
Elena Rybakina – our early women’s value pick
Prediction: Best early value among the leading contenders
If looking beyond the favourite, Elena Rybakina at around 5.00 stands out.
The Kazakh won the 2026 Australian Open by defeating Sabalenka in one of the tournament’s best matches. She struck 28 winners in the final and recovered from 0-3 down in the deciding set before winning 6-4. It was Rybakina’s first Australian Open crown and second Grand Slam singles title.
That victory removed any doubt about whether she could finish the job in Melbourne.
Her game also fits the conditions. The Australian Open is played on cushioned acrylic hard courts prepared by GreenSet, a surface that rewards clean ball-striking, effective serving and the ability to take control of points early.
Rybakina was eliminated relatively early at Wimbledon 2026, but that should not automatically overshadow what she has demonstrated on Australian hard courts.
At approximately double Sabalenka’s price, she arguably offers a more attractive early risk/reward profile.
Iga Swiatek – talented but difficult to price
Swiatek remains near the front of virtually any Grand Slam conversation, and bookmakers currently have her around 5.50–6.00 for Melbourne.
The question is whether that represents enough value given her recent results.
Her 2026 campaign has been inconsistent by her standards. Reuters noted after her Wimbledon defeat to Alexandra Eala that she had experienced early exits at several major events and was focusing on rebuilding her game rather than becoming preoccupied with results.
Swiatek at her best can beat anybody. But at around 5.50, bettors are paying for reputation and upside as well as recent form.
She therefore looks more like a watch-list contender than an immediate outright recommendation.
Australian Open 2027 outsiders to watch
Grand Slam betting becomes more interesting when looking beyond the first few names in the market, although outsiders naturally carry much greater risk.
Alex de Minaur will again receive enormous support from Australian crowds and was available around 41.00 in the early men’s market. Ben Shelton’s serve and attacking game make him another potential Melbourne threat at roughly 34.00, while Joao Fonseca continues to attract attention as one of the younger players capable of making a major breakthrough.
On the women’s side, the market contains considerably more depth.
Amanda Anisimova, Mirra Andreeva and Naomi Osaka all sit behind the leading four, while Alexandra Eala at around 26.00 is one of the more intriguing emerging names. Eala won her first WTA Tour title in Washington in August 2026, beating Jessica Pegula in the final. Reuters reported that the victory was her fifth consecutive win over a top-10 opponent and was expected to lift her to a career-high ranking of No.20.
Backing a developing player five months before a Grand Slam is speculative, but Eala is certainly a player whose price deserves monitoring.
Best Australian Open 2027 betting tips
For outright betting, the biggest mistake is treating today’s odds as though the tournament started tomorrow.
A lot can change between August and January.
The US Open 2026 is particularly important. A deep run in New York can quickly shorten the price of a strong hard-court player, while an injury or poor finish to the season can move odds in the opposite direction.
Australian summer preparation matters too. Some players arrive in Melbourne after playing Brisbane, Adelaide or the United Cup; others choose a lighter schedule. The ideal preparation differs from player to player.
The draw is another major factor. A price that looks unattractive today can suddenly become interesting if a contender receives a favourable path through the first week.
Conditions should also be considered. Melbourne’s January weather can become extremely hot, and the Australian Open operates a Heat Stress Scale that can lead to additional breaks, suspended outside-court play or roof closures when conditions become severe.
For match betting during the tournament, serve performance, return points won, break-point creation, unforced-error trends and time spent on court are often more useful than simply relying on world rankings.
Australian Open 2027 betting offers and bonuses
Australian Open promotions normally vary according to bookmaker, customer status and jurisdiction, so it would be misleading to present a particular welcome offer in August 2026 as though it will definitely still exist in January 2027.
Instead, bettors comparing Australian Open 2027 offers should concentrate on the actual value of the promotion.
Look at qualifying odds, minimum deposit requirements, expiry periods, withdrawal restrictions and whether bonus funds carry wagering requirements. Promotional headline figures are far less important than the terms attached to them.
Price boosts may also be more useful than conventional bonuses when backing short-priced tournament favourites. An enhanced outright price on a player you already intended to back can offer genuine additional value, whereas a complicated promotion with restrictive terms may not.
The same principle applies to free-bet promotions: check whether the original stake is returned with winnings and whether minimum odds apply before accepting the headline value.
Above all, do not choose a bookmaker purely because its advertised bonus looks larger. Competitive odds, transparent rules, legal licensing in your jurisdiction and reliable withdrawal procedures matter more.
Our Australian Open 2027 predictions
With more than five months remaining, these selections should be regarded as an early assessment rather than final bets.
For the men’s title, Jannik Sinner is currently the strongest overall pick. His back-to-back Australian Open titles in 2024 and 2025, continued Grand Slam success and current market-leading status make him exceptionally difficult to oppose. The short odds are the drawback.
Carlos Alcaraz would ordinarily be almost impossible to separate from Sinner after winning the 2026 title, but his ongoing wrist problem makes committing to approximately 2.20 too risky at this stage. If he returns healthy during the autumn, that assessment could change quickly.
Novak Djokovic is the most interesting higher-priced alternative because 10 Australian Open titles and another final appearance in 2026 provide compelling evidence that Melbourne remains an exceptional venue for him.
Our early women’s value selection is Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka deserves favouritism, but Rybakina has just proved she can defeat her in an Australian Open final, and a price around 5.00 offers more room than Sabalenka’s 2.80–3.25 range.
Australian Open 2027 early betting verdict
| Market | Early prediction | Indicative odds | Confidence |
| Men’s winner | Jannik Sinner | 2.00 | High |
| Men’s alternative | Novak Djokovic | 10.00 | Medium |
| Men’s player to monitor | Carlos Alcaraz | 2.20 | Fitness dependent |
| Women’s winner/value | Elena Rybakina | 5.00 | Medium-High |
| Women’s favourite | Aryna Sabalenka | 2.80–3.25 | High |
| Women’s outsider to watch | Alexandra Eala | 26.00 | Speculative |
FAQs
When is the Australian Open 2027?
Australian Open 2027 runs from 11 to 31 January 2027 at Melbourne Park. Opening Week is scheduled for 11–16 January, while the main draw starts on Sunday, 17 January.
Who is favourite to win the men’s Australian Open 2027?
Jannik Sinner is the early men’s favourite at approximately 2.00, narrowly ahead of defending champion Carlos Alcaraz at around 2.20.
Who is favourite to win the women’s Australian Open 2027?
Aryna Sabalenka currently heads the women’s market, with prices ranging from approximately 2.80 to 3.25 among the bookmakers checked. Defending champion Elena Rybakina is generally the second favourite at around 5.00.
Who won the Australian Open in 2026?
Carlos Alcaraz won the men’s singles title, defeating Novak Djokovic in four sets, while Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to claim the women’s championship.
What surface is the Australian Open played on?
The Australian Open is played on cushioned acrylic hard courts prepared by GreenSet at Melbourne Park.
Final thoughts
The early Australian Open 2027 odds present two very different betting markets.
On the men’s side, Sinner and Alcaraz are priced as overwhelming favourites, leaving bettors to decide whether either player offers sufficient value at close to even money. Sinner has the stronger current case, while Alcaraz’s fitness needs to be reassessed closer to Melbourne.
The women’s competition provides more options. Sabalenka remains the deserved favourite, but Rybakina’s 2026 championship makes her particularly appealing at around 5.00, while Swiatek, Gauff and a collection of improving challengers ensure the tournament should be far from predictable.
The most important advice this far in advance is simple: do not treat an August price as a January prediction. Track injuries, hard-court form, the US Open, year-end events, Australian warm-up tournaments and finally the draw before deciding whether an outright price represents genuine value.
Odds and promotional terms can change without notice. Betting should be restricted to adults who are legally permitted to gamble in their jurisdiction. Set limits, never chase losses, and treat betting as entertainment rather than a way to make money.
