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Tsitsipas' Australian Open Debut Time

Published January 18, 2026, 08:26

Stefanos Tsitsipas is counting down to his first match at the Australian Open. The 27-year-old Greek tennis player, ranked No. 35 in the world, will play on Tuesday at Margaret Court Arena, the second largest court in the tournament. His opponent will be 22-year-old Japanese Sitaro Mochizuki (No. 112), and their match will close the program on the court, meaning it will start around 11:30-12:00 Cyprus time. Tsitsipas is preparing for his first match in the tournament, aiming to make a good appearance and advance as far as possible. Mochizuki, ranked No. 112, is expected to pose a difficult challenge for the Greek tennis player. The match is expected to be interesting, as both players will try to impose their game and take the victory. Tennis fans in Cyprus will have the opportunity to watch the match and support Stefanos Tsitsipas.