Davidovich: "I feel very eager to continue facing great challenges"

The Spanish player spoke at a press conference about his tremendous battle with Opelka and described his feelings as he continues to advance in the 2026 Australian Open.

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 21 Jan 2026 | 08.47
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Alejandro Davidovich, challenges at Australian Open 2026. Photo: gettyimages
Alejandro Davidovich, challenges at Australian Open 2026. Photo: gettyimages

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Maximum tension, constant emotional ups and downs, infinite required concentration, and a suffering that is worth it for the taste of victory. All of that is what Alejandro Davidovich experienced in his second-round duel at the 2026 Australian Open against Reilly Opelka. His reflections in the press conference deserve attention.

Something significant may be brewing in the career of Alejandro Davidovich for this season, and the Malaga native does not want to postpone his assault on glory any longer, with the 2026 Australian Open being an ideal stage for it. He is in the third round after overcoming a highly difficult match against Opelka and is already looking with determination and optimism towards the next match, where he will face Tommy Paul, whom he can consider a close rival of the Spaniard.

"The match was long, but not physically tough because there were barely any rallies. However, the mental demand was enormous. Having to anticipate where he would serve each time required intense concentration on my part. It seemed like he was done after the first two sets, but then he loosened up, and I found it impossible to create break opportunities. I got quite tense, had a dip at the start of the fourth set, but then in the fifth, I felt very good, both physically and mentally," explained the Malaga native.

Davidovich, prepared to face Paul in Australia. Photo: gettyimages

Davidovich, prepared to face Tommy Paul in the third round of the 2026 Australian Open

The challenges that lie ahead for Alejandro Davidovich this season are significant. Already positioned in the top 15 of the ATP rankings, it is undeniable to think of him as a potential top-10 player and a titleholder, in order to open a trophy cabinet that remains devoid of titles. At the moment, in the 2026 Australian Open, he will have a highly demanding opponent in the quest for a spot in the round of 16, as Tommy Paul stands, a real thorn in his side having beaten him all four times they have met.

"I know it's going to be a tough one, a tremendous battle is coming, but I feel prepared and eager to face a challenge like that and any others that may come. Every time we play or practice together, he puts a lot of pressure on me with his shots. I believe we are quite similar, maybe I have a bit more aggressiveness in my game, but I'm aware he is playing at a high level, and I will need my best tennis if I want to advance," stated Alejandro Davidovich who dreams big in this 2026 Australian Open and has been strengthened by his victory over Opelka in the second round.

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