Djokovic eases past qualifier Maestrelli at Australian Open

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 22, 2026 at 08:48 AM

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Novak Djokovic defeated Italian qualifier Francesco Maestrelli in straight sets at the Australian Open on Thursday, January 22, 2026, advancing to the third round. The match took place at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. Djokovic, the fourth seed, is aiming for a record-extending 11th Australian Open title and his 25th Grand Slam trophy. He secured the victory with a score of 6-3, 6-2, 6-2. With this win, Djokovic is one match away from tying Roger Federer's record for Grand Slam match victories. He will next face either Botic van de Zandschulp or Juncheng Shang.

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