History will be made on Sunday in the final of the first grand slam of the season at the Australian Open.
Rafael Nadal is aiming to claim a record 21st grand slam title, putting him clear of his great rivals Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
“I went through a lot of challenging moments, a lot of days of hard work without seeing a light there,” Nadal told reporters.
“A lot of conversations with the team, with the family about what’s gonna happen if things continue like this, thinking that maybe it’s a chance to say goodbye. I feel alive in terms of my tennis life, in terms of my tennis career.”
His opponent Daniil Medvedev is aiming to be the first man in Open Era history to win his second slam immediately after his first. Victory for the Russian will also see him become world No 1 for the first time, overtaking Novak Djokovic.
“I’m going to play again against one of the greatest,” Medvedev said. “What’s funny is I’m going to play again against someone going for a 21st title. I think Novak will be watching this one in two days also. Grand slam finals are special. I’m ready.”
Who will be competing in the final?
Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev.
What time is the Australian Open men’s final?
Players will be on court shortly after 8.30am BST and the final will get under way after a five minute warm up.
Where is it taking place?
On Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
How can I watch it?
Eurosport has the broadcasting rights to live action from Melbourne. Barbara Schett and Mischa Zverev are covering the action on-site. Alize Lim is based in London where she is joined by seven-time grand slam champion Mats Wilander, three-time grand slam semi-finalist Johanna Konta (week one) and former world No 4 Tim Henman (week two).
Multiple grand slam winners Chris Evert and John McEnroe are also on hand to bring their expert views. Viewers can also see the likes of Boris Becker, Justine Henin, Alex Corretja and Roberta Vinci during the two weeks.
Alternatively, bookmark this page and return on Sunday morning for our rolling blog, with build-up, game-by-game updates and reaction.
What’s the prize money for the men’s final?
The winner of the final will receive a cheque for £2.3m. The loser will walk away with around £1.2m.
The prize money for the men and women is the same this year.