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A very noteworthy performance by Novak Djokovic with little room for doubt. The Serbian player fulfilled his role as favorite against Francesco Maestrelli with a final score of 6-3, 6-2, and 6-2 in 2 hours and 16 minutes of play in the second round of the Australian Open 2026.

The bright sun made a strong comeback at the Rod Laver Arena from the early hours of the day. Experience was key in the start of the match, with an early break that showed Novak's superiority. Although his lead on the scoreboard was clear, the Serbian's demeanor was not overly cheerful, communicating with his team somewhat seriously and confidentially on occasion to keep his concerns private.

Djokovic improves as he faces Maestrelli at the Australian Open 2026

The serve was crucial for Djokovic, who used this shot to keep Maestrelli at bay. Laser-focused on his task, Nole kept hitting long balls and targeting the corners against a Francesco who tried and tried, but things didn't quite go his way on the court.

Although the Italian tried to change his strategy by varying the ball height during exchanges, Novak capitalized on the high balls to finish points, opening a gap that seemed insurmountable for Maestrelli. To everyone's surprise, the 141st-ranked player had the chance to level the scoreboard, but Djokovic shut the door with a spectacular reverse forehand.

Persistent from the opposite side of the net, Maestrelli took advantage of a moment of lapse from Nole in serving to narrow the gap, although the difference was already too wide to dream big. The Serbian confirmed his favoritism to advance to the third round of the Australian Open 2026. His next opponent will come from Van de Zandschulp vs. Shang.

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