Australian Open 2018: Breaking down the chances of the top players at the Melbourne Park

Nick Kyrgios - Home favourite

Kyrgios would be looking to benefit from the support of the crowd

The highest seeded Australian in the tournament (17th), Nick Kyrgios definitely qualifies as a dark horse to win the Grand Slam. Having won the Brisbane International, the fellow Australian has been handed a golden draw. The World No. 17 could breeze through the early rounds and meet Nadal if he reaches the last four.

While his behaviour has been questionable, one can never doubt the skills that Kyrgios possesses. With the support of the home crowd behind him, Nick Kyrgios may well and truly be able to mount a title challenge.