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January 17 2023, 09:18 · Adam Evans

Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler – Second Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Australian Open

Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler – Second Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Australian Open

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THE FACTS

When is Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler on and what time does it start? Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler will take place on Wednesday 18th January, 2023 – not before 06:00 (UK)

Where is Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler taking place? Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler will take place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia

What surface is Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler being played on? Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler will take place on an outdoor hard court

Where can I get tickets for Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler

What channel is Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler on in the UK? Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler will be televised live on Eurosport

Where can I stream Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler in the UK? Eurosport subscribers can stream Karen Khachanov vs Jason Kubler live on their website, while Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go

THE LOWDOWN

29-year-old Jason Kubler finally grabbed his maiden Australian Open win with an assured display over Sebastian Baez on Monday. The Aussie’s promising career has been blighted by more than his fair share of injuries over the years but he is currently enjoying one of his longest periods of clean health and all that comes with it, with a run to the round of 16 at Wimbledon last summer proof of what he is capable. World number 20 Karen Khachanov can be a frustrating player to follow on tour but the former number eight is enjoying one of his better spells in recent years, with last season’s remarkable run to the semi-finals of the US Open featuring wins over Pablo Carreno Busta and an in-form Nick Kyrgios.

THE PREDICTION

26-year-old Khachanov handed Bernabe Zapata Miralles a third-set bagel in a consummate victory that suggests he is the likelier victor in this first meeting with Kubler but the partisan atmosphere in this match will be something to behold. The suitably cautious move here is taking the Russian to earn at least two sets as the fair favourite but Kubler’s recent form is strong enough to make this a must-watch with Melbourne totally behind him.