Australian Open 2026 Draw Reveals Greek Players’ Opponents
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari will kick off their campaigns at the Australian Open 2026, facing distinct challenges in their first-round matches. This year’s event at Melbourne Park marks the start of the first Grand Slam of the season.
Tsitsipas’ First Match Against Mochizuki
Stefanos Tsitsipas is set to compete against Shintaro Mochizuki from Japan. Mochizuki, a promising baseliner, has demonstrated the ability to challenge higher-ranked players. Tsitsipas, a former finalist at the Australian Open, aims to regain his form after a lackluster 2025 season.
- Opponent: Shintaro Mochizuki (Japan)
- Seed: 31
- Age: 27
- Goal: Rediscover peak performance on a favorable surface
Despite being ranked lower than his peak, Tsitsipas brings significant Grand Slam experience to the court. His path in the tournament will not be easy, as he may encounter several top seeds if he advances.
Sakkari’s Challenge Against Jeanjean
Maria Sakkari will face Léolia Jeanjean from France in her opening match. Sakkari’s performance in 2025 was uneven, but she arrives in Melbourne with renewed determination to achieve deeper runs in Grand Slam events.
- Opponent: Léolia Jeanjean (France)
- Strategy: Gain early momentum for a strong tournament
The draw for Sakkari is highly competitive, making a solid start essential to her progression towards the tournament’s later stages.
Looking Ahead to the Australian Open 2026
As the Australian Open begins on Sunday, both Greek players have the potential to make significant impacts early on. With Tsitsipas looking to reestablish his Grand Slam prowess and Sakkari aiming for consistency, the upcoming matches promise excitement for fans and players alike.
