Monday Match Analysis Australian Open 2026 PREVIEW + PREDICTIONS | Monday Match Analysis
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Jan 16, 2026 The 2026 Australian Open promises excitement as Carlos Alcaraz aims for a historic career grand slam. Jannik Sinner seeks his third straight title, while Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev are top contenders. Dark horses like Sebastian Korda and tactical matchups, including Alex De Minaur against Matteo Berrettini, add to the intrigue. Predictions suggest Zverev will outlast Medvedev and Djokovic will advance past Musetti. Fans should watch out for thrilling matches and potential upsets!
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Diallo Vs. Zverev Is A Must-Watch Matchup
- Don’t miss Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo as a stylistic matchup where net-rushing could trouble Zverev.
- Watch how well Diallo can hang from the back before assuming an upset is likely.
Why Zverev Still Deserves Credit
- Gill prefers Zverev to reach the semis despite recent dips and Medvedev's strong lead-up because he sees the Medvedev hype as an overreaction.
- He cites Medvedev's 'scar tissue' and best-of-five physical concerns as limiting factors.
Djokovic Draw: Familiar Foes, New Dangers
- Djokovic's quarter contains many players Novak historically dominates, making his path to the semis likely if healthy.
- Unseeded players like Rafael Hodar and Tomas Machac present real dark-horse possibilities due to current form.