Despite a slightly tighter end to the match, Novak Djokovic dominated Jiri Lehecka in three sets (6-3, 6-4, 7-6 [4]) in the round of 16 of the Australian Open. The former world number 1, now 7th in the ATP rankings, produced a solid performance to secure his place in the quarter-final where he faces Carlos Alcaraz. Djokovic leads 4-3 in his confrontations with the Spaniard, the last dating from the Olympic Games where he won in the final 7-6, 7-6. The Serbian is aiming for a 25th Grand Slam title, and an 11th trophy in Melbourne.
Carlos Alcaraz, for his part, continues to chart his course in this tournament. At only 20 years old, the world number 3 also confirmed his place in the quarter-finals after winning against the British Jack Draper, forced to retire due to physical problems (7-5, 6-1, ab. ). The Spaniard, today holder of 16 ATP titles, including 4 Grand Slams, wants to regain his number 1 place, which he has already occupied for 36 weeks.
The quarter-final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic takes place on Tuesday in Melbourne. You will be able to follow this match from 10:30 a.m. on Eurosport.
