Novak Djokovic, once again asserted his dominance at the Australian Open, securing a spot in the third round after a four-set battle. The Serbian maestro outplayed the determined Alexei Popyrin, clinching victory with a scoreline of 6:3, 4:6, 7:6, 6:3.
Djokovic kicked off the match in stellar fashion, securing a crucial break in the third game, consolidating it, and effortlessly claiming a 1:0 set lead.
Despite the initial impression of a routine victory for Novak, Popyrin displayed exceptional gameplay in the second set, securing an early break that proved sufficient to level the match.
The third set unfolded as a showcase of brilliant serving from both players, ultimately leading to a tie-break where Djokovic exhibited complete dominance, taking a 2:1 lead.
Carrying his momentum into the fourth set, Novak reasserted control, regaining his rhythm and commanding the court to convincingly dispatch the resilient Popirin, rightfully earning his passage to the next round.
In the upcoming clash, Djokovic will face the surprising talent from Melbourne, Tomas Etcheverry, who notably dispatched Gaël Monfils in a routine victory.
