Australian Open 2013: Last practice before the main draw begins Monday (Photos)

Djokovic ahead of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. Wozniacki at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. Del Potro in Melbourne, Australia. 14 photosView the full slideshow »
Williams of the USA during a practice session ahead of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia.

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It is back to basics as many of the world’s top tennis players get in some final practice before the start of the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the season.

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Starting on Monday January 14th through January 27th, the Australian Open is once again at Melbourne Park. This year prize money includes $2.4million for the singles championship for the men and women each.

Instead of the usual warm up events, many of the players have been in Melbourne doing drills with their coaches. Practice sessions are often a good opportunity for fans to see their favorite tennis players in a different setting.

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Djokovic during his practice session
Djokovic during his practice session
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The sun is shining and the world's best tennis players are out in force at Melbourne Park as they prepare for the 2013 Australian Open.
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