[sc:AUS15-250 ]Only two players have been able to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in the same year, those are Don Budge (1938) and Rod Laver (1962 and 1969). Looking to be the third one to do so is Novak Djokovic, who won three major titles in 2015. Can he win it all this time around?
It’s definitely possible. You think so too? Then don’t waste any more time and click here to place your bets on him now. Good luck!
Meanwhile, Djokovic’s journey towards this remarkable feat won’t come easy as the competition is loaded with contenders. That said, read on below for a quick look at the top competitors who could rise above the challenge.
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TOP 3 THREATS TO DJOKOVIC
Andy Murray
First off, there is Andy Murray (+550), who’s undoubtedly going to be hungrier than ever to win his first title at Melbourne. He’s finished as the runner-up in four of the last six Australian Opens and might finally overcome the hump this year.
In 2015, the current World No. 2 emerged triumphant in 71 of 85 total matches and led Britain to its first Davis Cup since 1936. However, his track record opposite Novak Djokovic isn’t looking favorable at all. Murray has only won nine out of 30 career matches with the Serbian. Nevertheless, he’s going to be a very dangerous foe.
Roger Federer
Of course, Roger Federer remains to be one of the top favorites (+650) to win his 18th Grand Slam crown and a threat to Novak Djokovic. He’s beaten the Serbian three times on the hard surface last year and has won 22 of 44 career battles with him. It wouldn’t be surprising to see these two tennis gods collide once again and provide us another match for the ages. Federer also has four Australian Open title in his colorful career.
Stan Wawrinka
Among all the competitors at Melbourne, Stan Wawrinka is the real dark horse and is priced at +1,000 to win at Melbourne this year. This guy can get hot at any given moment and he has such a devastating one-handed backhand to watch out for. Last season, the World No. 4 won 55 of his 73 matches and brought home the trophy at Roland Garros for his second career Grand Slam title, beating Novak Djokovic 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4.
