Stefanos Tsitsipas clinched a spot in the Australian Open’s third round. After a four-set showdown and a dramatic comeback, Tsitsipas outplayed local talent Jordan Thompson with a scoreline of 4:6, 7:6, 6:2, 7:6, in a marathon lasting nearly three and a half hours.
Thompson initiated the encounter on a high note, securing an early break that he confirmed, subsequently taking a 1:0 lead in sets. The second set showcased sharp play on both ends, leading to a tie-break, where Tsitsipas excelled, leveling the match.
The third set saw Tsitsipas executing his game plan smoothly, but the fourth set witnessed another fierce contest against the resilient Jordan. Ultimately, after an intense battle, Tsitsipas emerged victorious, securing his passage to the next round.
Adding to the Australian Open’s excitement, Argentinean Tomas Martin Etcheverry pulled off an impressive upset by defeating French veteran Gael Monfils in straight sets, with a commanding score of 6:4, 6:4, 6:4.
