AUSTRALIAN OPEN FREE TIP: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Jiri Lehecka

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Stefanos Tsitsipas is ranked at no. 4 at the moment, one spot shy from his career-best. He is perfect in 8 matches so far this season.

The 24-year-old is coming off a tough-fought win over Jannik Sinner in the round of 16. The Greek led 2-0 but needed 5 sets to advance with 6-4, 6-4, 3-4, 4-6, 6-3.

Previously, Tsitsipas defeated Tallon Grieksppor, Rinky Hijikata and Quentin Hijikata, all in straight sets.

If Tsitsipas advances, that will be his fourth semifinal in Melbourne.

Jiri Lehecka is 71st in the ATP rankings with his career-high being at 59.

The Czech is 8-2 for the season. He is coming off a surprising win over Felix Auger-Aliassime by 4-6, 6-3, 7-6, 7-6. Previously, Lehecka defeated Cameroon Norrie in five sets, Christopher Eubanks in 4 and Borna Coric in 3.

Key facts

• Tsitsipas won 2-1 in their only previous match, last year in Rotterdam
• Tsitsipas played in Aus Open semifinals last two years
• Tsitsipas is 185-95 on hard while Lehecka is 30-15

Stefanos Tsitsipas is a huge favorite going into the match against Jiri Lehecka but so was Felix Auger-Aliassime. Tsitsipas has already made it to three semifinals in Melbourne including the last two years and is one of the top favorites to win the tournament. Even though he is just 3 years older than Lehecka he is much more experienced. Lehecka has mostly played in the Challenger Tour and many are surprised at how far he has come. But those who have seen him play know how good this 21-year-old is. He has shown tremendous confidence and mental strength that make him a dangerous opponent to anyone. Knowing that he will definitely win at least a set against Tsitsipas. The Greek player has come here to win the trophy and will probably advance but that will not come easy.

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Over 37.5 games

2.13

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