We analyze how to enjoy the upcoming Djokovic match at the 2026 Australian Open against the Dutch player Botic Van de Zandschulp.
Novak Djokovic
Francesco Maestrelli was defeated by Novak Djokovic in a second-round match at the 2026 Australian Open that the Italian will never forget. These were his words about the Serbian player in the press conference, as reported by Ubitennis: "It was an incredible feeling to step onto the court. There were so many people, but I tried to focus on my game. He has an incredible personality, and despite the outcome, I think I performed well."
I tried to stick to my game plan, to the ideas we had studied with my team, and I think I succeeded to some extent. It's clear that when he raises his level, it seems like nothing can go wrong, at least for me, but I believe for many others as well. I'm happy, albeit a little annoyed, because I clearly don't like to lose. I don't just walk off the court happy to have played well against a player like him. I would have liked to win, but I think it's a good starting point. It was a great experience."
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Novak Djokovic overcomes the challenge of Francesco Maestrelli with flying colors to advance to the third round of the Australian Open 2026.
Novak Djokovic highlights the notable differences between his first and second match at the 2026 Australian Open: "You have to adapt".
Moments after advancing to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic spoke to ESPN's microphones in Spanish, where he analyzed the impact of Gael Monfils and Stan Wawrinka and shared important details about his future: "I believe that both Monfils and Wawrinka have left a very, very significant legacy as players, but also as individuals. They are very kind in the locker room, have many friends, and hold a lot of respect from my side. We have had incredible battles. Monfils is one year older than me, Wawrinka two, so I think I have at least two more years."
Is Nole staying? 👀
— ESPN Tenis (@ESPNtenis) January 22, 2026
Djokovic's reflection on the legacy of Monfils and Wawrinka, who will retire in 2026. ❤️🩹
📺 Watch the #AO26 on Disney Plus Premium Plan. pic.twitter.com/O7OU4MShRL
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Djokovic sorprende con su español: "Me quedan dos años más, por lo menos"
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Intense day approaching this coming Thursday, January 22, at the 2026 Australian Open with the second-round matches. The Rod Laver Arena will feature exciting matches such as Novak Djokovic vs. Francesco Maestrelli and Jannik Sinner vs. James Duckworth. Spanish tennis players will also be in action, with Jaume Munar facing Casper Ruud at the fourth slot of the Margaret Court Arena, Paula Badosa taking on Oksana Selekhmeteva in the first slot of the 1573 Arena, and Rafael Jódar meeting Jakub Mensik in the first slot of Court 13.
Australian Open Order of play - Thursday, January 22, 2026 pic.twitter.com/ffJ3pbM3nl
— Tennis Schedules (@SchedulesTennis) January 21, 2026
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These are the details you need to handle to enjoy Djokovic's second match at the Australian Open 2026, against the young Italian Maestrelli.
Jannik Sinner is starting to feel at home in the Australian Open. The two-time champion in Melbourne began his defense with a comfortable victory against Hugo Gaston (6-2, 6-1, Ret) and has not lost in the first major of the year since January 22, 2023, when he was eliminated by Stefanos Tsitsipas in the round of 16. He has since accumulated fifteen consecutive wins, a streak that makes him the fourth player, since 2000, to achieve this feat after Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic.
15 - Since 2000, Jannik Sinner is the fourth player to register 15 consecutive wins in Men’s Singles at the Australian Open after Andre Agassi, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Streak. #AusOpen | @AustralianOpen @atptour pic.twitter.com/ytYzjZyI4G
— OptaAce (@OptaAce) January 20, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La increíble racha de victorias de Sinner en Open de Australia que lo ponen a la altura de Federer, Djokovic y Agassi
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We analyze how to enjoy the upcoming Djokovic match at the 2026 Australian Open against the Dutch player Botic Van de Zandschulp.
Novak Djokovic highlights the notable differences between his first and second match at the 2026 Australian Open: "You have to adapt".
Francesco Maestrelli was defeated by Novak Djokovic in a second-round match at the 2026 Australian Open that the Italian will never forget. These were his words about the Serbian player in the press conference, as reported by Ubitennis: "It was an incredible feeling to step onto the court. There were so many people, but I tried to focus on my game. He has an incredible personality, and despite the outcome, I think I performed well."
I tried to stick to my game plan, to the ideas we had studied with my team, and I think I succeeded to some extent. It's clear that when he raises his level, it seems like nothing can go wrong, at least for me, but I believe for many others as well. I'm happy, albeit a little annoyed, because I clearly don't like to lose. I don't just walk off the court happy to have played well against a player like him. I would have liked to win, but I think it's a good starting point. It was a great experience."
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Maestrelli se rinde ante Djokovic: "Cuando sube de nivel, parece que nada puede salir mal"
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Moments after advancing to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic spoke to ESPN's microphones in Spanish, where he analyzed the impact of Gael Monfils and Stan Wawrinka and shared important details about his future: "I believe that both Monfils and Wawrinka have left a very, very significant legacy as players, but also as individuals. They are very kind in the locker room, have many friends, and hold a lot of respect from my side. We have had incredible battles. Monfils is one year older than me, Wawrinka two, so I think I have at least two more years."
Is Nole staying? 👀
— ESPN Tenis (@ESPNtenis) January 22, 2026
Djokovic's reflection on the legacy of Monfils and Wawrinka, who will retire in 2026. ❤️🩹
📺 Watch the #AO26 on Disney Plus Premium Plan. pic.twitter.com/O7OU4MShRL
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Djokovic sorprende con su español: "Me quedan dos años más, por lo menos"
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Novak Djokovic overcomes the challenge of Francesco Maestrelli with flying colors to advance to the third round of the Australian Open 2026.
Intense day approaching this coming Thursday, January 22, at the 2026 Australian Open with the second-round matches. The Rod Laver Arena will feature exciting matches such as Novak Djokovic vs. Francesco Maestrelli and Jannik Sinner vs. James Duckworth. Spanish tennis players will also be in action, with Jaume Munar facing Casper Ruud at the fourth slot of the Margaret Court Arena, Paula Badosa taking on Oksana Selekhmeteva in the first slot of the 1573 Arena, and Rafael Jódar meeting Jakub Mensik in the first slot of Court 13.
Australian Open Order of play - Thursday, January 22, 2026 pic.twitter.com/ffJ3pbM3nl
— Tennis Schedules (@SchedulesTennis) January 21, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Orden de juego jueves 22 de enero en Open de Australia 2026: Djokovic y Sinner, a la central, Jódar-Mensik, en la 13
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These are the details you need to handle to enjoy Djokovic's second match at the Australian Open 2026, against the young Italian Maestrelli.
Jannik Sinner is starting to feel at home in the Australian Open. The two-time champion in Melbourne began his defense with a comfortable victory against Hugo Gaston (6-2, 6-1, Ret) and has not lost in the first major of the year since January 22, 2023, when he was eliminated by Stefanos Tsitsipas in the round of 16. He has since accumulated fifteen consecutive wins, a streak that makes him the fourth player, since 2000, to achieve this feat after Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic.
15 - Since 2000, Jannik Sinner is the fourth player to register 15 consecutive wins in Men’s Singles at the Australian Open after Andre Agassi, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Streak. #AusOpen | @AustralianOpen @atptour pic.twitter.com/ytYzjZyI4G
— OptaAce (@OptaAce) January 20, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La increíble racha de victorias de Sinner en Open de Australia que lo ponen a la altura de Federer, Djokovic y Agassi
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Consternated, nervous, speechless. That's how Francesco Maestrelli remained when he was informed trackside, after defeating Atmane, that he will face none other than Novak Djokovic in the second round of the 2026 Australian Open. The Italian admitted he hadn't looked at the draw, so he had no idea that his opponent would be the Serbian legend. His gestures say it all.
Maestrelli discovers who his next opponent could be like this 🥲
— Eurosport IT (@Eurosport_IT) January 19, 2026
Totally 𝐈𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀 reaction 😅
📹 @teozorzoli#EurosportTENNIS #AusOpen #AO2026 pic.com/gTsYZDTnHp
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La divertida reacción de Maestrelli al enterarse de que jugará con Djokovic
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Francesco Maestrelli is experiencing the best moments of his still promising sporting career, and this coming Wednesday, January 20, he will see one of every tennis player's dreams come true. This 23-year-old Italian player is making his Grand Slam tournament debut at the 2026 Australian Open and will face Novak Djokovic in the second round, after defeating Atmane in an epic battle in the first round. He had advanced from the qualifying rounds, where he beat Giustino, Seyboth-Wild, and Lajovic.
His current ranking is 141 in the world, having reached his best ranking, 137th position, just a few weeks ago. He has won four Challenger titles, the latest of which was in November 2025 in Bergamo, and has only played a single ATP level match. He is a left-handed player with a powerful and spin-filled forehand, who positions himself well over the ball and is capable of varying heights and spins while maintaining an offensive mindset. His serve is a significant weapon, and he will seek to surprise the Serbian player.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Así juega Francesco Maestrelli, próximo rival de Djokovic en el Open de Australia 2026
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