In the men’s singles draw, the bulk of the field’s experience and longevity has been distilled into a fascinating top section.
Within the first 10 slots of the draw are several players celebrating milestones showcasing their enduring appeal.
The oldest player in either singles draw, 38-year-old Stan Wawrinka, takes on Adrian Mannarino, the Frenchman who will be playing his 14th consecutive Australian Open.
Should 36-year-old Andy Murray get past Tomas Martin Etcheverry, he could play Gael Monfils – the second-oldest player in the field, at 37.
And the winner of that would most likely progress to a third-round meeting with Novak Djokovic, who will be contesting his 19th Australian Open – a record among men at AO 2024.
There are also impressive longevity markers on the women’s side, with wildcard Alize Cornet poised to play a record 19th consecutive tournament at Melbourne Park.
We present the best of those stats, records and milestones below.