Barty to partner Brady in Australian Open doubles

World number one Ashleigh Barty will partner US Open semi-finalist Jennifer Brady in a high-profile women’s doubles pairing at the Australian Open.

Australia’s Barty, 24, reached the semi-finals in the singles at her home Grand Slam earlier this year.

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American Brady, 25, made the last four at the US Open in September.

Britain’s Joe Salisbury and American Rajeev Ram will defend their men’s doubles title, while Jamie Murray has reunited with partner Bruno Soares.