Comes around fast, doesn't it?
After another off-season break deemed too short by some, the first Grand Slam of the year is about to begin.
So what are the main Australian Open storylines to be aware of before play gets under way on Sunday?
Is anyone going to stop 'Sincaraz'?
This is the question everyone has been asking.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are not just the best two players on the ATP Tour – they are operating in a class of their own.
The pair have claimed the past eight major titles between them, with Italy's Sinner targeting a third Melbourne title in a row.