Australian Open 2026: Musetti vs. Machac Match Preview, Odds, and Predictions
The Australian Open 2026 features an exciting matchup in the Round of 32. Tomas Machac will take on Lorenzo Musetti in what promises to be a thrilling contest. Musetti, currently ranked No. 5 in the world, is the favorite against No. 24 Machac.
Match Details
- Date: January 23, 2026
- Surface: Hard
- Broadcast: ESPN+88
- Live Stream: Fubo
Betting Odds
- Lorenzo Musetti: -185
- Tomas Machac: +140
Performance Insights
Based on the odds given, Musetti has an implied probability of 64.9% to win the match. His performance on hard courts has been impressive, with a record of 28 wins and 16 losses over the last year. Musetti has successfully won 80.5% of his service games and 26.3% of his return games.
In terms of break points, Musetti converted 38.7% of his opportunities, totaling 128 successful breaks out of 331 chances. Recently, he competed at the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open, where he finished as the runner-up against Alexander Bublik on January 11.
Machac’s Recent Form
Tomas Machac enters this match with a solid record. He boasts an 18-11 mark on hard courts over the past year. Machac has shown strength in his serve, winning 79.1% of service games, while his return game rates at 28.9%.
He has converted 46.0% of his break-point chances, showcasing his efficiency. Most notably, Machac recently clinched the title at the Great Ocean Road Open, defeating Ugo Humbert in the finals on January 16.
This matchup between Musetti and Machac is not to be missed as both players showcase their skills on the grand stage of the Australian Open 2026.
