Monday Match Analysis PTPA Rebellion, Tsitsipas and Hurkacz Fall & Wawrinka’s Moment | Australian Open 2026
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Jan 22, 2026 The PTPA is stirring excitement with plans for a rival tour, potentially shaking up the tennis world. Stan Wawrinka delivers a thrilling five-set victory, showcasing his competitive spirit. Tomas Machac upsets Stefanos Tsitsipas, highlighting tactical flaws in Tsitsipas's second serve. Ethan Quinn achieves a career milestone by defeating Hubert Hurkacz with superb tactics. Novak Djokovic maintains his efficiency against Maestrelli, while Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton impress with their performances. Musetti’s improved return play seals a convincing win.
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PTPA Seeks To Fund A Rival Tour
- The PTPA is pitching a rival tour called Future Tennis and seeking investor advisory to fund it.
- Gill Gross warns this could fracture the sport and hurt fans despite potential financial gains for players.
Wawrinka's Clutch X-Factor Lives On
- Stan Wawrinka produced a classic clutch performance to win a five-setter and cramping opponent.
- Gill Gross says Wawrinka's late-career fight remains the defining X-factor of his greatness.
Tsitsipas' Second-Serve Return Blindspot
- Stefanos Tsitsipas shows improved first-strike forehand and serve but repeatedly failed tactically on second-serve returns.
- Gill Gross calls the lack of movement back on second-serve returns a mystifying, match-losing error.