Novak Djokovic, the reigning world No.1, is set to face off against Croatian talent Dino Prizmić in the first round of the Australian Open. The 18-year-old prodigy from Split battled his way through the qualifying rounds, overcoming challenges from Mariano Navone, Duje Ajduković, and Aziz Dougaz to secure his spot in the main draw.
Expressing anticipation for the upcoming clash, Prizmić stated, “For me, that match will be a great experience. I want to see how I will deal with a tennis player who won everything he could.”
Having recently celebrated his 18th birthday in August, Prizmić currently holds the 178th position in the global tennis rankings, with his career-best standing at 156th. The eagerly awaited match is scheduled for this evening local time, equivalent to 9 a.m. Central European time.
It’s worth noting that Novak Djokovic enters the tournament as the top seed, defending his title at the Australian Open. Tennis enthusiasts are poised for an exciting encounter between the seasoned champion and the emerging young talent.
