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The Guardian // Sport // Tennis

Easier start for Alex de Minaur as Matteo Berrettini withdraws from Australian Open

Sunday 18th January 2026, 4:51AM

World No 6 will instead face Mackenzie McDonald on MondayTalia Gibson beats Anna Blinkova on day one at Melbourne ParkAlex de Minaur has received an early boost to his Australian Open chances after the withdrawal of his tough first-round opponent, former world No 6 Matteo Berrettini.Tens of thousands have filled Melbourne Park on a sunny Sunday marking the first day of the main draw, which has already seen Perth product Talia Gibson secure passage to the second round. Continue reading...

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