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The Latest: Rain delays play on Aussie Open outside courts

Ana Ivanovic of Serbia hits a backand volley return to Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016.(AP Photo/Aaron Favila) Ana Ivanovic of Serbia hits a backand volley return to Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016.(AP Photo/Aaron Favila)

By Associated Press January 20, 2016 1 min read

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) – The Latest from the Australian Open on Thursday (All times local):

11:40 a.m.

Misty rain has briefly delayed the start of play on outdoor courts at the Australian Open.

Play has begun on the three main stadiums with roofs at Melbourne Park, including the opening match on Rod Laver Arena between 2008 French Open champion Ana Ivanovic and qualifier Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia.

Margaret Court Arena was hosting an all-French third-round match Thursday between Gael Monfils and Nicolas Mahut, while American John Isner, the 10th-seed player, took on Marcel Granollers of Spain at Hisense Arena.

Andy Murray was set to open night play at Margaret Court Arena against Australian Sam Groth, while Lleyton Hewitt was to play David Ferrer in what could be the Australian veteran’s last match before retiring.