The 23-year-old Italian’s next opponent in Australia will be No. 13 Holger Rune, who beat Miomir Kecmanovic 6-7 (5), 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4.

Defending champion Jannik Sinner raced to victory at the Australian Open to sweep into the last 16 as Iga Swiatek demolished Emma Raducanu. Also into the second week is 38-year-old Gael Monfils after he stunned fourth seed Taylor Fritz - with the veteran’s wife Elina Svitolina also enjoying a shock win immediately after on the same court.

Jannik Sinner will make his official debut in 2025 at the Australian Open tomorrow. The world number 1 will face the Chilean ace Nicolas Jarry in the first round, in a match that could hide some pitfalls. However, there is no doubt that the Italian champion is the top favorite to win at Melbourne Park this year and confirm the title won in 2024.