Novak Djokovic v Alexei Popyrin Extended Highlights | Australian Open 2024 Second Round

Watch the extended highlights of Novak Djokovic v Alexei Popyrin in the second round of the Australian Open 2024.
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Welcome to the official Australian Open TV KZbin channel. The Australian Open 2024 main draw runs from 14-28 January in Melbourne. The tournament takes place for the 112th time and is the first Grand Slam of the year. Novak Djokovic is the men’s singles reigning champion and Aryna Sabalenka is the women’s singles reigning champion. The tournament takes place on 25 hard courts, including Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena and John Cain Arena. Look out for highlights, press conferences, memorable moments and much more!
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[@sportloving5947]

Thanks for the extended highlights. But it must contain the most pivotal moments. Should've included four set point saves by Djokovic in the third set.

[@gopalmehta353]

Set points. Not match points.

[@sportloving5947]

@@gopalmehta353 Thanks for pointing out. Corrected now.

[@jproxursoxoff]

Condensed match highlights coming right after the tournament ends. Is this your first time AOing??

[@arunswi]

They are being favourable to the hometown boy… lol

[@spideyocd]

Before the tiebreaker? Wow definitely that was the pivotal turning point I guess..if Alexis had won the 3rd set the crowd support would atleast take him much closer He played. Good match When djokovic can't beat his opponents through power or defense he beats them through his experience in these pivotal moments

[@daveschellenberg5894]

novak knows how to make you beat yourself in key moments.

[@juliantennis]

Alexi play so well dude, I was just so happy to see him having fun, enjoying the moment and playing to the best of his abilities.

[@spillomina]

Funny that you say that until Djokovic gets mopped by an actual player playing well. Alr I didn’t even play well just played like he usually does and still Djokovic struggled. Embarrassing Djokovic fans doing the most.😂

[@misholekvar]

Against top players others playing with mindset nothing to loose. That’s why he won those points when he was down 2/5 and 0/40 at the end. And many other crazy points. Plus crowd cheering for underdog It’s always harder for top players to play against others because others coming either on fire against them or they will get beat like drums, because they don’t believe they can beat them. Just enjoy how crazy good Djoko, Fed, Nadal and Alcaraz play when they winning easily or when they finding way how to win. And sometimes they have bad days too. Credit to players which can turn it around and start beating them consistently.

[@spoodwonk6301]

@spillomina Man, why do fans have to be so argumentative? The person commenting is just stating how the match was fun to watch, no need to try and act like you know better about a topic that wasn't even brought up...

[@misholekvar]

@@spoodwonk6301 I don’t think is argumentative. I just tried to explain what players feel. If you know about these things that’s good if you don’t maybe you can learn. Have a nice day.

[@jkplayzbs6917]

@@spillomina lmao cry more 🤣🤣

[@yuribezmenov22]

Novak always starts slow in tournament, then finds the high gears as he professes. Both opponents have played well, credit to him. Hang up the phone on Shelton in round 4.

[@Rafatruegoat25]

Weak era champ djokovic

[@marksquires1112]

Rafatruegoat you ridiculously sad.🎾😅😝

[@Fraudkovic]

Old man you are about to have a heart attack after alcaraz dogwalks him in the final(if djokovic can even make it there). I'm surprised you didn't have a cardiac arrest during Wimbledon 😂

[@ronhill1502]

Yeah right. Look at 2003-2007 when Roger won most of his titles.

[@davitchkuaseli234]

Started slow?? Are you even considering a possibility that his opponent was just good enough to cause him problems?

[@pablogoncalves7386]

popyrin played VERY well, great match for Djokovic to warm up and prepare for the others, this final will be impressive...

[@alancosta4760]

I don't read Djokovic performances by what he does against low ranked players so I don't think he's bad because he's struggling in those matches, I remember him in RG 2023 you swear he couldn't make even SF struggling since the first round but he took the title

[@Fraudkovic]

Lol he only won because alcaraz cramped in that semi final lets be honest here . If djokovics gameplan is pray for cramps like RG im afraid hes catastrophically F'd

[@abeguy7981]

​@@Fraudkovic Haha.. Allhype also cramped at atp semis cinci final and uso semi.. Hehe ... Fool yourself

[@alexanderramos3273]

Anyone who watches alot of tennis these days knows that Popyrin is not any random “lower-ranked” player especially as the homecountry hero on show court

[@rasikhalabbee]

Lets be honest,Djokovic would win in straights sets in wimby if he didnot missed that backhand in 2nd set set point​@@Fraudkovic

[@Wordalways]

Yeah, sure looks like he has a bad wrist. So tired of these phony azz excuses.

[@sibonisovilakazi3413]

Djokovic is simply a beast and will give the youngsters a run for their money in 2024.

[@TheFlydeagle228]

Love AO.. one of my favorite slam and their highlights.. ps.. dont show pic of the winner

[@ordinaryguy6869]

This is what a real man looks like. Djokovic doesn't have to fist pump and celebrate himself after every won point. He just goes on confidently until he wins.

[@zicksee0]

must be new to tennis eh?

[@ordinaryguy6869]

Probably been playing this game longer than you've been alive.@@zicksee0

[@nelsonc6173]

He's done enough celebration and crowd stoking his entire career. What are you talking about? And what does that have to do with being a man? LOL Plus he was certainly pumping his guns and screaming at the end of this match and he hasn't even reached the final yet.

[@EndOfAnEra...]

​@@nelsonc6173he will be there don't worry 😂

[@stevebr551]

right? can you say Jimmy Conners? @@zicksee0

[@TennisUnleashed]

Novak finds a way even when he’s not at his best. -Jason Frausto

[@Rafatruegoat25]

Weak era champ djokovic

[@tanmaybam]

I know, right? Novak is such a weak era champ, playing against chumps like Nadal smh @@Rafatruegoat25

[@lionkingdom777]

Nadal is 11 months older than Novak , you silly fool. He would have gotten smoked in the 2022 Australian open quarter finals against Novak the same way he was smoked last time they met in the Australian open. Nadal hasn't won a set against Novak on Hard courts in over a decade. If Nadal thought he had a shot to win the Australian open he would be playing. Last time he played against Novak at the Australian open, he barely won games, let a long a set. clay court specialist Nadal avoided playing against Federer and Djokovic on hard courts to maintain a better H2H record against his rivals. it worked against Federer, even though everyone knows when it comes to Grass and Hard court, Nadal is not even in the top 5.

[@Wordalways]

Yeah, sure looks like he has a bad wrist. So tired of these phony azz excuses.

[@milos8024]

Weak era champs are sampras and roger. Tennis has become way more competitive

[@julinho218]

Never poke a beast.

[@ashishchavan1921]

Novak djokovic not looking at his best in early tournament but that's how he had played in last year & still won the titles. His confidence will increase once he gets past quater final.

[@jehushaphat]

He just has to make sure he reaches the quarters. I think the next round for him will be the most dangerous. If he gets through, it's smooth sailing time.

[@matthewwhiteside2041]

why who he playing next? lol@@jehushaphat

[@michael8597]

​@@matthewwhiteside2041Etchavery.

[@spideyocd]

He always plays at a lower level in early matches just to see whether he can win without going top gear However when the pivotal moments in the match appear he's always on top gear

[@CW-rx2js]

He's sick

[@reynierredondo2436]

The sensei deserve more respect.....thank you Nole.....to show us your place on the court!!

[@dvchandrasekar]

Please note he is the only player above 30 and still number 1. Besides, notice how he is hitting the ball mostly straight to the young Australian instead of to the corners of the court as he usually does.

[@Wordalways]

Yeah, sure looks like he has a bad wrist. So tired of these phony azz excuses.

[@kobeniburgerking9026]

@@Wordalwayswhy are you replying with this same exact comment on every post?

[@AnonymousTaco3472]

@@kobeniburgerking9026bc he’s weird

[@valeriarosa5741]

​@@WordalwaysVocês escutam o q desejam. Na entrevista em quadra o entrevistador comenta que ele parece resfriado. Anteriormente Nole comentou q não havia passado muito bem. Não prolongou porque nenhum tenista gosta de dizer o q tem. AFF...

[@kaialoha]

Novak has the largest hatebot army. They're everywhere the same comments.

[@mesque10]

I love this aggression from nole

[@namy66]

He looks in great shape and form. Right energy and momemtum.almost feeling like RG 2023 ❤Novak

[@arkine11]

Thanks heckler for lighting the fire under Djokovic's feet. Should carry him for at least a couple matches :)

[@user-om3xs9up7s]

Call this extended highlights and you don't even show the 4 set points saved ? Total incompetence .

[@nelsonc6173]

Wanted to see the moment when he confronted the heckler LOL That must have been a funny moment.

[@diegoandrade2934]

Djokovic ❤️

[@nigelchiwungwa2019]

Novak is a fighter, was rlly nervous abt the match, but Djoker proved me wrong vamos NOLE.

[@Queen-be6md]

pathetic comment@@Rafatruegoat25

[@mariateresarivascordero8285]

Aun con problemas de salud sigue adelante. Es un luchador el mejor 👏 bendiciones ❤

[@thechill205]

Another beauty to watch the greatest!

[@maximosergiocontrerasmunda1915]

Novak looks for respect from the public, his personality for me is funny and correct at the same time. Novak, the tenis' goat of all generations, could act as he wants on the yard, I admire him for his play and his personality

[@danielvasile2898]

Like a Boossss 😂😂😂😂❤ From Romania with love. The best Tenis de player of Aallll Times ❤

[@jamievidd775]

Valiant effort from Alexei. One point from 2 sets to 1 lead. Novak knows how to grind out the 3 set wins better than almost anyone however.

[@fabriciolima430]

Goat 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@darthcaul9447]

Under the weather but the GOAT gets it done anyway.

[@Rafatruegoat25]

Weak era champ djokovic

[@initialize21]

@@Rafatruegoat25agreed. joke the weak era vulture

[@Rafatruegoat25]

@@initialize21 cry baby too

[@AvinashSingh-fd4nw]

​@@Rafatruegoat25stop crying

[@emilianososa2079]

​@@Rafatruegoat25😢😢😢

[@allesistrelativ2020]

Djokovic so focused against an incredible talented young Player. Djokovic was never surprised and overconfident. ICE cold.

[@RinMariano]

2:09 cuando crees que eres bueno y piensas que le vas a ganar 7:27 cuando te das cuenta que eres uno más frente a Nole

[@marcionunes6230]

Surreal Djokovic o mehor e ponto

[@ayazsaeed2633]

Everyone's gangsta until Djokovic changes shirt...

[@walterhinojosa7390]

WELL done, good JOB..CONGRATS NOLE...

[@jampol17]

Still a gallant stand by the Australian Popyrin! Good game, well-played.

[@shreenatha464]

Though Djokovic is playing well, he can crack this year

[@heizeking3557]

everyone can, they are human, not robots

[@watchareewankludkhem8873]

This is the first time l watch Popyrin play. I have never realized before that he can play very well even against the world no.1 like Nole. The way he played in this match is so impressive , leaving Nole dig deep until the last point, let alone his fighting spirit. Go ahead Porpyrin. I will look forward to watching you compete from now on.

[@milicaalfirevic3504]

Whorever you call him australian, it's true he is born in Australia, but his blood is russian, and you know that they are good in all sports!!!

[@MarioRodriguez-wg7fe]

Novak will raise his level at the end of the tournament.

[@deniss.6205]

When he wins it... duh.

[@mpa1931]

Popyrin played well, hope to see more of him in the future.

[@johnsain]

Said 1000 others after losing to Novak

[@briangmoh5261]

The kind of match that will make Novak so much tougher to beat in the later stage of the tournament. I sometimes suspect that he welcomed these coming from behind situations to boost his confidence and mental strength. As a fan though, it was nail biting seeing him facing 3 set points and on the verge of falling behind by 2 sets to 1.

[@oza801]

Popyrin played a great match!

[@thomaskorah4115]

In general, AO does great highlights. I just wish they didn’t put the winner’s image in the thumbnail!

[@AndyJ77]

Nole in AO... Unstoppable machine... Well done G.O.A.T.👏👏👏

[@omarartusalape2755]

Enorme Novak, está jugando a otro nivel.🔥🔥

[@kumar2ji]

The greats always find a way to win

[@RR-uh9ys]

Very impressive fortitude from Popyrin. He was able to maintain pressure and stamina until the very end.

[@user-sx7cr3rx4u]

Novak carrying rhis boring AO on his back with insane matches

[@abeguy7981]

Tennis is boring .. Watch porn

[@faiyazhanif80]

I was front row for this and omg it was sensational ❤

[@vinothv56]

Old lion still undefeated in its den though heckled by surrounding monsters. Oz crowd making ruckus as usual. They are jealous of Nole and desperate of not seeing a champ from their country but only getting beaten by a old warrior playing at 60% of its strength😂😅

[@michael8597]

Novak's magic on display and he does this Houdini act often even when he doesn't feel best on court : find a way to win. It is this insatiable quest for success which made him what he is today.

[@ctbsancho2516]

Hey Australian Open people who put these videos together 👋 when you put who wins on the thumbnail picture, it takes away the excitement or intrigue of who won! It's a spoiler right out of the gate. Why not both their pics so we don't know who won before watching? Just asking for a friend. Cheers!

[@makovichjustin7973]

Popyrin did well against the goat. The crowd helped but stlll a good performance

[@bartholomewlyons]

Show the points from 0-40 in 4-5 game. Most important, almost match points as Djoko may have struggled to come back from 1-2 sets down

[@tootifrooti7297]

The crowd never learn. Dont poke the bear yall, in case the GOAT!

[@rubiconklbrutorowman7577]

I tell you people, including media KEEP forgetting about old man, in sports world, beating young man of well OVER decades is something we do NOT heard of much, particularly individual sport, unlike Tom Bready played with his young men teammate, that spread out dangers, efforts, big difference indeed! Congratulations Novak n keep at it until you lift handsome prize trophy that comes along with juicy, big money, paid off!

[@peterfennell6994]

Young Popyrin is impressive! We will see more of him…

[@mayankdewli1010]

As long as he doesnt lose it doesn't matter how many hours it takes for him to win. Great players raise their gsme in crunch moments while lesser players crimble under pressure

[@robmagu65]

It is damn near impossible to put Novak away even if he’s playing poor. His mental strength is on another planet compared to everyone else’s. It’s his greatest strength and why he wins matches he shouldn’t be.

[@EvanNagao]

Seeing Djokovic drop sets in the 1st and now 2nd round is interesting. The lower ranked players are really starting to close the gap!

[@robmagu65]

This has less to do with the other players and more to do with Novak. The only player who can really live with him now is Alcaraz.

[@jacquelineotto4148]

@@robmagu65and Sinner in terms of grand slam games.

[@manueld5253]

Novak on first rounds has played at 50-60% capacity. Tops. If anything Djokovic allowed that to happened.

[@MtlMilanisto1]

so because he lost a set that automatically equates to "closing the gap" 😂😂😂 man you people are hopeful lmfao Novak's 36 godamnit these youngins should be running circles around him..

[@mph650]

The young players have been and for the most part are still very weak over the last 10 yrs. No one has the mental fortitude besides maybe Alcaraz.

[@peterfebbraio250]

Love it...

[@sudhirbisht5577]

One thing clearly noticed in this match is that Djokovic's backhand has no effect on Popyrin at all. He can handle it easily all match.

[@Fraudkovic]

Djokovic backhand infact a very easy ball to hit for the opponent in a neutral rally . Its very flat like a ball machine plus very rhythmic. What makes it very good is the consistensy and the change of direction he has on his backhand side . Also his court coverage and passing capabilities on that side But the shot itself is not heavy at all

[@sudhirbisht5577]

@@Fraudkovic It never was heavy ever. But the precision was missing today(or these days). He can hit on the lines easily all day but not today and in previous match. I just saw only one backend winner with flat precision. Or, may be I missed other ones as I only saw the extended highlights.

[@Fraudkovic]

@@sudhirbisht5577 yeah you didn't watch the match definitely. Popyrin played like trash on all the important points . And ofcourse djokovic backhand has declined . He barely goes down the line now

[@mardigonzalez3106]

Estuvo a la altura Alexei, le dio trabajo extra al djoker, pero como todo un número 1, pudo revertir y controlar la situación para salir victorioso una vez más👍🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@lucianodiaz3676]

Que partido viste jugo pesimo y no se sentia bien Nole

[@mardigonzalez3106]

@@lucianodiaz3676 leíste bien mi comentario? Al parecer creo que no. Claramente digo que como todo un número uno, pudo sacar adelante ese partido complicado estamos? Un jugador de la élite debe saber lidiar y sobrellevar este tipo de partidos cuando se presentan, ya que todos quieren vencerlo y más en un Grand slam entiendes? 🤷🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️

[@lucianodiaz3676]

@@mardigonzalez3106 no estuvo a la altura djokovic bajo su nivel

[@mardigonzalez3106]

@@lucianodiaz3676 sigues en tu error, lee bien antes de responder, quien estuvo a la altura es Alexei 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@EHenterprises]

I guess my official fan club membership has ended. I am always rooting now for his opponents which never used to be the case. I have I guess, consciously decided that he has won enough. So I'm now a fan of his opponents. This realization has not happened as easily as it might sound.

[@heizeking3557]

lol what bs is this

[@EHenterprises]

@@heizeking3557 It's the BS that I have retired my Djoker fan club. Someone else needs to win Grand Slams and I believe from now on they will.

[@rubiconklbrutorowman7577]

Very well-done Novak; almost 13 LONG years younger boy with big, tall powerful Alexei Popyrin was not easy, but Novak surpassed still! USA

[@carlosalanis5998]

Antes mi ídolo era Federer pero ahora es Djokovic por que le demuestra a toda esa gente que es un campeón con hechos aunque les duela a todos esos haters.

[@lucianodiaz3676]

Me encanta porque se los grita en la cara y si gana el torneo espero que se quede en pelotas y bajen uno por uno a mamarsela

[@Comparisons-wm3ls]

Australian Open TV you are the greatest spoiler of all time!

[@jacobtrabucco6998]

I swear watching highlights of Novak lately, you’d think he lost the match. Not sure if he doesn’t have highlight worthy points, but it seems they only showed points he won to win sets, whereas it was shot after shot of popyrin

[@badmanskill1112]

Ya, they always do stuff like that to Novak.

[@jackthemac132]

I mean tbf Novak's game is mostly about forcing errors from his opponent, so it's true that he's not the best "highlight reel" player. IMO he's a tennis player's player. His movement, his depth, his consistency on his backhand -- none of these things really translate to crazy highlights in a run of the mill second round game.

[@RootsRageReggae]

The lob is back in the game! Welcome in 2024!

[@user-vb8lg3qy5g]

Новак может проиграть,но не кенгурушнику... Он помнит обиду во время Ковида.

[@tirthankarsarkar4206]

Well he did lose against Alex De Minaur (an Australian player) a couple of weeks back at the United Cup 🙂

[@helionevack261]

Sensacional Djoko vitória fantástica contra um jogador jovem e lutador

[@remedypath5941]

Yesssssss 🤩

[@politicalnewswithriyad2855]

popyrin played really good unlucky

[@davidselawsky6620]

Legend

[@annamariarangelperroudgrac7686]

Novak sendo Novak!!

[@TennisFan97]

We are now just 2 matches away from the blockbuster Djokovic vs Shelton R16 match!

[@thefairobserver97]

UNDER CURRENT CIRCUMSTANCES, SHELTON WILL DEMOLISH NOLE!!!

[@caiocomarella4691]

Delusional​@@thefairobserver97

[@ronhill1502]

What makes you so sure of that? Do you think Shelton can really handle the pressure moments against Nole?

[@thefairobserver97]

YES, HE CAN AS HE GOT ENOUGH MATURE!!! YOU MUST WATCH THESE YOUNGSTERS PLAYING! THIS COURT IS ANOTHER ISSUE AS IT IS SLOWER THAN EVER, ALLOWING PLAYERS TO RETURN ANY SINGLE BALL. NOLE ACKNOWLEDGED HE IS NOT PLAYING WELL ANC COMMITS A LOT OF MISTAKES!!!@@ronhill1502

[@RamZar50]

Djokovic is going through tough long matches and he could face Shelton, Fritz and Sinner to get to the final. Sinner is crushing them.

[@ounomayma2981]

"Great match for him; his opponent played so well that I feel Novak went to test his abilities step by step. He doesn't want to tire himself out, which is why he played with his mind rather than his body. Come on, Nole,

[@BLMNlist]

Is the centrall court playing slower than last year? It seems straight up winners from groundstrokes are more rare. Am i wrong?

[@notsohandytim5090]

When he starts roaring like a lion, you know its curtains for the rest in the fortnight.

[@celestialspartan7977]

Folks hyping Shelton Djokovic clash but let the younger guy first make it there

[@f1mcl]

🐐 🇷🇸

[@redditthrow6575]

Please put both players in the thumbnail… so irritating knowing the winner before watching.

[@Lucas-tc4io]

NOVAK DJOKOVIC IS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME 🐐🐐🐐🐐🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@ganeshasr141]

Novak, the GOAT... it seems someone in the crowd throw bad tantrums at Novak during the match (as per the press conference) why crowd behave like this? why media behave like this? IF Novak born in USA, by this time many Cities/Streets will be named under his name.... Shame on the Media and shame on the foolish fans who follow those media

[@ChicanoPhD]

Novak needed the practice. He will be in his groove for the semis and finals.

[@Deerjason]

Etcheverry is playing good and I’m worried that djokovic will need to spend too much energy to win. He needs to have some quick matches so he can save his energy for Sinner.

[@ChicanoPhD]

@@Deerjason I’m hoping someone will upset Sinner. I want a Novak-Carlos final.

[@keshavsharma5406]

Djokovic obviously is the GOAT, but playing like this, he won't make it past Etcheverry. IMO, he's slated to face the best Americans (South and North) in the next 2 rounds, and if he's still under the weather, he's not gonna be able to deal with Etcheverry's rock solid game -- powerful, accurate groundstrokes; great net game; few unforced errors. I think Etcheverry and Shelton are both near-future top 12-15 players -- guys like Ruud and Fritz and Paul and Stef don't have a chance vs Novak, while both of those guys are young, agile, and strong enough to pose a threat -- and unscarred by trauma of losing. If he makes it past Etcheverry and is still feeling the wrist issue, he won't be able to deal with and reflect Shelton's raw power. But if he makes it past those two with an intact wrist, you can book his spot in the final. He'll be over his flu/cold and battle tested like no other. Despite looking vulnerable, dude is still the king everywhere except Roland Garros and Spanish clay. Will be interesting to see his R3 and R4 matches -- high drama due to his current form, compared to his imperious form last year.

[@mauroger86]

Then you’re new to tennis. Nole typically starts slow in tournaments 😂

[@keshavsharma5406]

Definitely not new. I've seen that narrative and generally disagree, but it looks *different* here. Clearly you didn't see the AO last year -- or don't remember it. Man wiped the floor with everyone, and dropped only ONE set (in R2, in a close tiebreak) the whole way. His wins were not 6-4, either -- mostly 6-0, 6-1, 6-2. Made then-20th de Minaur look like top-1000, made Dimi look washed, made everyone look like absolute garbage. Never really looked in trouble, while he's looked on the verge of elimination in both R1 and R2. We're not getting that Djoko this AO -- at best, something like USO 2023 Djoko, who didn't astound but played well enough to win. Haven't seen his best since his dominant Turin semi (vs Alcaraz) and final (vs Sinner)@@mauroger86

[@truthreignsforever9286]

Novak “the soul snatcher” Djokovic. It’s my new nickname for him. Every time he saves set points and match points to win the set or match, he steals souls. ☝️😎

[@TheGreatDudist]

I know that by judging by the highlights it would seem like Popyrin had won the match with how much more his shots were featured. But I've come to realize that the problem with Djokovic not making highlight reels isn't that he's boring. It's just because the most entertaining shots are the ones where the other player has to do things outside his comfort zone in order the win points. And Djokovic has always been too good to have to perform "desperate" shots in order to win.

[@jeremylofipo8536]

Even though this was a 4 setter but this was an easy match for Novak. Alexi was way too passive in pressure points. Even if he got as far as match point he would have never been able to finish the point. Alexi couldn’t close the 3rd set with a 40 love advantage and a good look at 2 of those points. Novak just smiled his way through that whole process. Fortunately for Novak, this is what will always differ him from every player.

[@emmanuelmakoba6085]

Who is this kid? Played fantastic 🔥

[@ganjidilu7427]

Greatest ever along with feddi nd Nadal greatest era of tennis I hv witnessed ...

[@lungchan1729]

Alexei really did well today. Novak is Novak. Credit to him. But Alexei deserves some praises. I don't know what prevents him to be top 20. Now he is top 30. I mean this is a guy who can beat Felix FAA. Not easily because nothing is easy. But if I have ten dollars to get I put popyrin vs faa

[@markallemang8819]

Huh why FAA specifically? Maybe because FAA is just coming back from injury but when FAA is inform no way.

[@SamgorasGD]

I like when the beast, the psycopath is free and teaches the crowd respect. Next: Etcheverry, good guy, and next: Shelton, kick his soul please 😊😊

[@ntm4183]

The Australian Open is not going to be easy for him!

[@alexz7032]

Dude won a set acting like he has won the game is just hilarious

[@stefanstefanovic9203]

Djokovic is the BEST . Remember that.

[@fwvw7056]

Here we go again. Seen this storyline so often in recent years. If Djokovic would have to face Sinner at this moment he would get destroyed. Recent years he really needs to grow in the tournament, as if he leeches his opponents strengths during the tournament to be (near) undefeatable from the quarters on. And by then certainly Fritz or Tstisilas won't be a threat...

[@prafulyadav661]

Yeahhh No.1 should definitely get to face the no.4 in the second round, sounds fair

[@Whatreally123]

are you dumb? seriously. Sinner is no.4 and Novak is no.1. Why would they face each other so early in the tournament? and you think the Novak would lose to Sinner even if they were to face each other ealry in the tournament? lol.

[@abrahammanzo2455]

🥲🥲

[@mauroger86]

No other top player faces any other top seeded players early. That’s why rankings and seeding system exists 😂 Rules apply to all top players equally. Such a noob, unnecessary hating comment

[@fwvw7056]

@@mauroger86 you actually think you sound intelligent. I suggest you'd train yourself in comprehension of reading and try again.

[@alexanderramos3273]

It’s pretty exciting that some of these younger guys are finding their confidence to play against the best and keep their game the same. Popyrin wouldve beaten 120/128 guys in the draw last night.

[@thefairobserver97]

I AM A NOLE SUPPORTER BUT I DON'T HAVE A LOT OF EXPECTATION TO WIN IN THIS YEAR'S AO. ANOTHER SET GONE AND HE WAS EVEN BROKEN AT THE SET 3. SHOULD THE MATCH BE vs A MORE MATURE AND AGRESSIVE OPPONENT, NOLE COULD HAVE GONE PACKING HOME. ALEXEI PLAYED A BRILLIANT MATCH. NOLE IS SERVING AS WEAK AS I NEVER SEEN FROM HIM AND IS UNABLE TO PLAY WITH POWER INTO CORNERS. IT SEEMS HIS AGE STARTED COUNTING FOR TENNIS.

[@juniorj8532]

Punho

[@thefairobserver97]

WHAT DO YOU MEAN?@@juniorj8532

[@andreasmaier6260]

Dankeschön Novak, Du bist ein Tennis-Gott.

[@Marcus-george]

Bow Down to the King.