Novak Djokovic makes his debut this Tuesday at the Brisbane tournament. He will do so at 08:30 Spanish peninsular time against Australian Rinky Hijikata (23 years old and number 73), whom he has not faced until now.
The Serbian is the great attraction of a tournament that, despite being in the 250 category, has a luxurious lineup that promises intense emotions.
Undoubtedly, a high challenge for the most successful player in history that, however, this Monday He found his path somewhat paved with the removal of the Holger Rune.
The Dane, third seed, is still not showing the level he has and everyone expects and fell unexpectedly7-5, 6-3) on his debut against Czech Jiri Leheckawho will face the Japanese Nishioka in the round of 16.
The great favorite under the draw, Grigor Dimitrov, had better luck. The Bulgarian did not disappoint and sealed his place in the second round after defeating German Yannick Hanfmann 7-6(5), 6-3.
In addition to Djokovic, another great attraction will also make his tournament debut this Tuesday: Nick Kyrgios. The Australian The Frenchman will face Mpetshi Perricard in one of the star duels at center court.
Source: La Verdad
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