2026 Australian Open: Thompson vs. Borges – Prediction, Odds & Preview
The 2026 Australian Open will feature an exciting matchup in the Round of 64 between Nuno Borges and Jordan Thompson. This match is scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Australian Open, which runs from January 12 to February 1. Fans can watch the tournament on ESPN+ and live stream it on platforms like Fubo.
Match Overview
In this encounter, Nuno Borges, currently ranked No. 46 in the world, will take on Jordan Thompson, who holds the No. 111 ranking. Betting odds indicate that Borges is favored to win this match, with odds set at -185. In contrast, Thompson, the underdog, has odds of +140.
Matchup Details
- Tournament: Australian Open
- Round: Round of 64
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Court Surface: Hard
Performance Insights
Analyzing both players’ performances gives fans a clearer picture of what to expect. Over the last year, Thompson has achieved a 4-7 record on hard courts. He has won only 13.8% of his return games and 78.1% of his service games. His break point conversion stands at 27.0%, having converted 17 of 63 break points, ranking him 176th in this category.
In his most recent outing at the Rolex Shanghai Masters, Thompson lost to No. 26 Ugo Humbert in the Round of 64 with a score of 3-6, 6-7.
On the other hand, Borges has a slightly better record on hard courts with 15 wins and 16 losses across 16 tournaments in the past year. He has a 75.6% winning percentage in service games, but his return game sees a modest success rate of 20.9%. Borges has converted 31.8% of break points, ranking 75th overall.
His last appearance was in the Round of 16 at the ASB Classic, where he was defeated by No. 89 Eliot Spizzirri with scores of 6-7, 4-6 on January 13.
Odds and Predictions
With the current betting trends, Thompson has an implied probability of winning set at 64.9%. As the match approaches, fans and analysts alike will keep a close eye on both players’ recent performances and how they may impact the dynamics of this anticipated clash.
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