Nadal to tune up for Aussie Open

Sydney – World No 5 Rafael Nadal will play in the Brisbane International next year, organisers said yesterday, the first time the Spaniard has kicked off his season in Australia.

The tournament, held in the eastern city of Brisbane in January ahead of the Australian Open, was last won by big-serving Canadian Milos Raonic who defeated Roger Federer in the final.

The Brisbane International will be held from January 1 to 8 in the lead-up to the Australian Open in Melbourne. – AFP