Australian Open 2025 Predictions, Schedule & Dates: Betting tips for men's semi-finals

The race to win the Australian Open 2025 is down to the final four competitors on the men's side as we look forward to a compelling couple of semi-final clashes on Friday with Novak Djokovic taking on Alexander Zverev, and Jannik Sinner drawing swords with Ben Shelton.
At BettingOdds, we’ve got everything you need to stay informed, including our predictions and betting tips.
Australian Open Predictions Men's Semi-Finals
Australian Open Betting Tips
Australian Open Schedule and Dates
Date | Round |
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Sunday 12 January | First Round |
Monday 13 January | First Round |
Tuesday 14 January | Second Round |
Wednesday 15 January | Second Round |
Thursday 16 January | Third Round |
Friday 17 January | Third Round |
Saturday 18 January | Rest Day |
Sunday 19 January | Fourth Round |
Monday 20 January | Rest Day |
Tuesday 21 January | Quarter-Finals |
Wednesday 22 January | Rest Day |
Thursday 23 January | Women’s Semi-Finals |
Friday 24 January | Men’s Semi-Finals |
Saturday 25 January | Women’s Final |
Sunday 26 January | Men’s Final |
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Australian Open TV Channel
The Australian Open is broadcast daily on Eurosport, with live tennis throughout the day and replays from the previous night’s matches. Matches begin broadcasting from midnight - UK time - each day and run through until the morning.
To watch the Australian Open 2025 in the UK, you can subscribe to Eurosport through the discovery+ streaming service. Here's how to sign up:
- Visit the discovery+ Website: Head to discoveryplus.com to begin the subscription process.
- Choose a Subscription Plan: Select the Entertainment & Sport package, which includes Eurosport channels. This plan costs £6.99 per month and provides access to live sports events, including the Australian Open, as well as a variety of entertainment content.
- Create an Account: Provide your email address and create a password to set up your discovery+ account.
- Enter Payment Information: Input your payment details to complete the subscription.
- Access Eurosport Content: Once subscribed, you can watch Eurosport live streams and on-demand content through the discovery+ app or website. The app is available on various devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and web browsers.
By following these steps, you'll be ready to enjoy comprehensive coverage of the Australian Open 2025, including live matches, highlights, and expert analysis.
Australian Open 2025 Prize Money
This year’s prize pool sets a new record, totalling AUD $96.5 million - a 145% increase compared to 2024. The men and women's singles champions will take home $3.5m.
Singles Tournament Prize Money (AUD $):
- First Round: $132,000
- Second Round: $200,000
- Third Round: $290,000
- Fourth Round: $420,000
- Quarter-Finals: $665,000
- Semi-Finals: $1.1m
- Runner-Up: $1.9m
- Winner: $3,5m
Australian Open 2025 Favourites
Men’s Singles:
- Jannik Sinner (8/15) - The reigning champion and world No. 1. Sinner dominated hardcourt in 2024, winning the Australian Open and US Open.
- Novak Djokovic (3/1) - A 10-time Australian Open champion with 24 Grand Slam titles, Djokovic remains a strong contender despite a subdued 2024.
- Alexander Zverev (13/2) - Reached the Australian Open semi-finals three times - including 2025 - and is a Grand Slam runner-up at the French Open and US Open.
- Ben Shelton (22/1) - The talented American is one of the most promising young stars on the circuit.
Women’s Singles:
- Aryna Sabalenka (4/6) - The defending champion and favourite to win a third consecutive title in Melbourne.
- Madison Keys (3/1) - Featuring in her first Grand Slam Final since 2017.
Each favourite’s form, experience on hardcourt, and recent results make them strong contenders for the title.
Australian Open 2025 Winner Odds

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