Partnership Debut and Upcoming Tournaments
Michael Venus and Nikola Mektic have formed a new partnership, making their debut in the Brisbane tournament. This change comes after Mektic’s previous partner, Wesley Koolhof, withdrew from the competition. The duo has already made a strong impression, defeating notable players in the draw.
Recent Match Results
In a recent match, Venus and Mektic faced off against Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios. The favorites in the draw, Venus and Mektic, emerged victorious with a score of 6-2, 3-6, and 10-8. Despite this loss, Djokovic and Kyrgios may reunite as a team in the near future.
Upcoming Individual Matches
Novak Djokovic will now focus on his individual participation in the tournament. He is set to play against Gael Monfils in the quarterfinals this Thursday. Djokovic, 37, is striving to achieve his 100th title, a milestone that would come just before the Australian Open. Notably, Djokovic has won the Australian Open a record 10 times.
Player Injuries and Future Plans
Nick Kyrgios, who recently lost to Mpetshi Perricard in the singles, expressed concerns about his wrist injury. Despite this, Kyrgios plans to participate in the Australian Open with his compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis as his partner.