Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego – Second Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Australian Open
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THE FACTS
When is Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego on and what time does it start? Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego will take place on Wednesday 18th January, 2023 – not before 03:40 (UK)
Where is Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego taking place? Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego will take place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia
What surface is Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego being played on? Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego
What channel is Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego on in the UK? Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego will be televised live on Eurosport
Where can I stream Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego in the UK? Eurosport subscribers can stream Hubert Hurkacz vs Lorenzo Sonego live on their website, while Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
10th seed Hubert Hurkacz beat Pedro Martinez in straight sets on Monday for a solid opener at the Australian Open and the Pole is a creditable threat to the latter stages of this tournament despite recent average form. The 25-year-old won the Halle Open last summer in a masterclass on grass to beat Daniil Medvedev and he is well capable of challenging the very best on tour, notably becoming the last player to beat Roger Federer in singles at Wimbledon in 2021 on his way to a semi-final exit. By an odd trick of fate, world number 47 Lorenzo Sonego is the last player to have lost to Federer in a round of 16 exit at SW19 before Hurkacz’ victory but the Italian leads this head-to-head record 3-1 after upsetting the Pole in the semi-finals of the Metz Open late last season - later winning his third ATP title there.
The 27-year-old is better than his current ranking suggests but he is one of the streakier players on tour. A four-set win over Nuno Borges does not exactly scream confidence in this fifth meeting with Hurkacz and the outdoor conditions should suit the Pole’s game more than their previous indoor encounters. Four or even five sets seem likelier than three but Hurkacz can be backed to see the third round here.
