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From Heaven to Hell: The reigning Grand Slam champions who lost in the first round

From Heaven to Hell: The reigning Grand Slam champions who lost in the first round

On the occasion of the start of the 2026 Australian Open, at Punto de Break we take a look at the 14 occasions when a Grand Slam champion was knocked out in the opening rounds of the following major.

I can't see Djokovic beating Alcaraz and Sinner in consecutive five-set matches. Photo: Getty

I don't see Djokovic beating Alcaraz and Sinner in consecutive five-set matches

Pat Cash, Australian former tennis player, analyzes Novak Djokovic's form and his chances at the 2026 Australian Open.

"We are seeing a trend of players getting rid of their coaches for a few dollars." Photo: Gettyimages

We are seeing a trend of players getting rid of their coaches for a few dollars

Pat Cash laments the lack of continuity in the tennis world and asserts that "sticking with a coach works, and if you look back, the best tennis players have succeeded in doing so."

Pat Cash on Alcaraz and Sinner: "It's a two-horse race and I don't think it's healthy." Photo: Gettyimages

Pat Cash on Alcaraz and Sinner: "It's a two-horse race, and I don't think it's healthy"

The former tennis player regrets the little opposition that the Spanish and Italian have, although he assures that "Djokovic will be on their heels as long as he keeps playing and Fritz is pushing to reach the podium."

Rafael Nadal. Source: Getty

"Nadal has brought something to tennis that had never been seen before"

Two legends of racket sports like Pat Cash and Jim Courier discuss Rafa's legacy and influence, describing him as a "unique" player in his style.