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Tsitsipas Defeated by Macháč and Eliminated from Australian Open

Published January 22, 2026, 10:53

Stefanos Tsitsipas was eliminated from the Australian Open after losing 3-1 to Tomáš Macháč in the second round. The Czech player prevailed with 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(5), 7-6(5), capitalizing on crucial moments, especially in the two tie-breaks. The match lasted over three hours, and Tsitsipas appeared to be affected by his physical condition towards the end, possibly due to his recent injuries. Macháč managed to win the match, showing composure at the most important points. Despite the defeat, Tsitsipas showed signs of improvement compared to his previous performances, but it wasn't enough to overcome Macháč. The Czech player advanced to the third round of the tournament. Tsitsipas's elimination is a disappointment for Greek tennis fans, as he had high expectations for his run at the Australian Open. However, Tsitsipas will try to return stronger in the next tournaments.