The Australian Open in 2025 is heating up, and an exciting third-round duel between Novak Djokovic and Tomas Machac is expected. Djokovic is now gunning for yet another title to add to his record 10 Australian Open crowns. Young Czech sensation Tomas Machac, coming fresh off a five-set thriller, needs a huge upset win. Our preview of the encounter, analysis of key stats, and some betting tips should be enlightening for this fascinating matchup.
Claim Your Welcome BonusNovak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic is never short of confidence when it comes to playing under pressure on the big stage. Coming into this match, Djokovic seems in good form as he eased past Jaime Faria in four sets. That he served 14 aces and had a first-serve percentage of 70% underlines his strong serve. Converting 7 break points shows his clinical edge when presented with opportunities. The ability of Djokovic to adapt to opponents and bring out his best in Grand Slams makes him the favorite going into this match.
Tomas Machac
25th-seeded Tomas Machac came through an epic five-set victory against Reilly Opelka. Machac's game, as highlighted by 16 aces, has been built around his powerful serve. One would feel that the more conservative first-serve return point percentage of 11% might prove a concern against an adversary as unrelenting as Djokovic. That said, he will take confidence from his last meeting with Djokovic when he won in Geneva in 2024.
Expert Betting Tips
Over 33 Games @ 1.60 Odds on 1xbet:
This is a good bet given that Machac can extend matches, as he did in his five-set battle in the previous round. Djokovic may win, but this should be a very competitive match with long rallies and extended sets.
Djokovic to Win 3-1 @ 3.70 Odds on Betway:
Djokovic's experience should see him through, but he may have to endure seeing Machac snaffle a set as he did with Jaime Faria. Back Djokovic to win in four sets.
Tomas Machac +6.5 Games Handicap @ 1.72 Odds on Bet365:
Even in defeat, Machac's serving power and fighting spirit can keep the scoreline respectable even if Djokovic wins. The handicap bet holds good value.
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