Eight Blues managed to qualify for the second round of theAustralian Open. Six of them will play their second match this Wednesday. On the program, the shock of the day is for Hugo Gaston. After having imposed itself against Omar Jasika in four sets, the Frenchman will try to get his best result at Melbourne against Jiri Lehecka. A duel between Frenchmen will oppose Arthur Sonwinner ofOtto Virtanen in the first round, and Quentin Halyswho won against Adam Walton. During their only meeting at Montpellierthe advantage had turned in favor of Fils. The winner of this match will challenge Ugo Humbert or Hadi Habib for a future clash between French people. The French number 1 will face the Lebanese qualifier who became the first player from his country to qualify for the second round after his match against Bu Yunchaokete.
Video – Arthur Cazaux before his 2nd round at the Australian Open
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Bonzi, Cazaux for a third round?
After winning a match easily enough to Benjamin Bonzi facing David Goffinhe will try to continue his Australian adventure against Francesco Passaro. The Italian was drafted as a lucky loser after his qualifying defeat to Nikoloz Basilashvili. Arthur Cazaux continues its good streak in Australia. After his round of 16 finish last year, he is on a mission to do the same this season. His victory in five sets against Sebastian Baez in the first round did him good and he is ready to challenge Jacob Fearnleyfaller of Nick Kyrgios.
Zverev, Alcaraz and Djokovic there?
Alexander Zverevworld number 2, is opposed to Peter Martinez in the second round. After eliminating Lucas PouilleIt is Martinez who will attempt to create the exploit. If the German wins, he could face another Frenchman. The winner of the match between Arthur Cazaux et Jacob Fearnley will potentially have the opportunity to challenge the world number 2.
Carlos Alcaraz did not tremble in the face of Alexander Shevchenko. His future opponent is called Yoshihito Nishioka. The Japanese got scared against Mohamed Aziz Dougaz but came out in four sets. Alcarazwho could become the youngest player to win all four Grand Slam tournaments, must win this match. Novak Djokovic will face Jaime Faria. The Portuguese from qualifying will therefore challenge the 10-time winner of the competition. Accompanied byAndy Murray on the bench, “Djoko” could well win his 25th Grand Slam title. Kei Nishikorireturned from afar against Thiago Monteirowill have a big shock up to date against Tommy Paul.
The programme Why Wednesday in Melbourne:
Rod Laver Arena
Not before 4:00 a.m. French time
[7] Novak Djokovic (TO BE) – [Q] Jaime Faria (POR)
Peter Martinez (ESP) – [2] Alexander Zverev (ALL)
Margaret Court Arena
Not before 3:00
Yoshihito Nishioka (JAP) – [3] Carlos Alcaraz (ESP)
[6] Caspar Ruud (NOR) – Jakub Mensik (TCH)
1573 Arena
From 1:00 a.m.
Reilly Opelka (USA) – [26] Tomas Machac (TCH)
Not before 3:50 a.m.
Kei Nishikori (JAP) – [12] Tommy Paul (USA)
It's Arena
From 4:00 a.m.
Aleksandar Vukic (AUS) – [22] Sebastian Korda (USA)
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina (ESP) – [29] Félix Auger Aliassime (CAN)
Court 3
Not before 2:10
James Duckworth (AUS) – Roberto Carballes Baena (ESP)
[14] Ugo Humbert (FROM) – [Q] Hady Habib (LIB)
Court 6
From 3:20 a.m.
Arthur Cazaux (FRA)– Jacob Fearnley (GRB)
Court 7
From 2:10 a.m.
[24] Jiri Lehecka (TCH) – Hugo Gaston (FRA)
[20] Arthur Son – Quentin Halys (FRA)
Court 13
Not before 2:10
Benjamin Bonzi (France) – [LL] Francesco Passaro (ITA)
John Cain Arena
From 3:00 a.m.
[27] Jordan Thompson (OUT OF) – Nuno Borges (POR)
[15] Jack Draper (GRB) – Thanassi Kokkinakis (AUS)
