Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri prediction, betting tips & odds, head-to-head, preview: Australian Open 2026
Jannik Sinner is looking to complete a rare three-peat in Melbourne this year.
The Australian Open 2026 continues to deliver high-stakes drama in Melbourne, with defending champion Jannik Sinner showcasing his dominance as the tournament progresses into the third round.
The World No. 2 extended his remarkable streak at the event to 16 consecutive victories following a commanding straight-sets win over local wildcard James Duckworth.
Sinner’s clinical performance, headlined by firing 18 aces, winning 86% of first-serve points, and facing zero break points underscored his status as one of the most in-form players on the ATP Tour.
Meanwhile, the matchup against unseeded American Eliot Spizzirri marks a fresh challenge, as this will be their first-ever professional meeting. Spizzirri, ranked around 85, has already made headlines by stunning higher seeds and advancing deeper than expected in his breakout run.
Match details
- Tournament: Australian Open 2026
- Round: Third round
- Date: January 24
- Venue: Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, Australia
- Surface: Hard Court
Preview
Sinner continued his splendid run at the Melbourne Park, showcasing how good he is at the venue. Having become a master of overcoming opponents on their home turf, he awaits an American challenge now, in the form of Eliot Spizzirri.
Spizzirri made early headlines after stunning Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca in the opening round. The 24-year-old then outlasted Wu Yibing in a five-setter epic. The American had previously defeated Nuno Borges in ASB Classics, but is now must produce a miracle to keep his sensational run in Melbourne alive.
This third-round battle marks the first ever time these two play each other.
Form
- Jannik Sinner: W-W-W-W-W
- Eliot Spizzirri: W-W-L-W-W
Head-to-head record
- Matches: 0
- Sinner: 0
- Spizzirri: 0
Stats
Jannik Sinner
- Sinner has a 24-4 win-loss record in Melbourne
- Sinner was the 2025 Australian Open champion
- Sinner has a 76.39% winning record on hardcourt
Eliot Spizzirri
- Spizzirri has a 3-1 win-loss record in Melbourne
- Spizzirri failed to reach the main-draw round at the 2025 Australian Open
- Spizzirri has a 64.62% winning record on hardcourt
Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri: Betting tips and odds
- Moneyline: Jannik Sinner -10000, Eliot Spizzirri +4000
- Spread: Jannik Sinner -10.5 (-106), Eliot Spizzirri +10.5 (-105)
- Total games: Over 26 (-120), Under 26.5 (-119)
Match prediction
Jannik Sinner enters this third-round clash as the overwhelming favourite, and the numbers strongly back that narrative. The defending champion has looked virtually untouchable in Melbourne, serving with precision, controlling rallies with depth, and denying opponents any foothold on return games.
Against an aggressive but still-developing opponent, Sinner’s ability to take time away and dictate tempo should quickly establish scoreboard pressure. For Eliot Spizzirri, this match represents a valuable learning curve rather than a realistic upset opportunity.
While the American has impressed with fearless shot-making and stamina in earlier rounds, sustaining that level against a player of Sinner’s calibre is a vastly different challenge.
Result: Jannik Sinner to win in straight sets.
Where and how to watch live streaming and TV broadcast of Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri, third-round match at Australian Open 2026?
The third round clash in men’s singles will be available for the Indian viewers on the Sony Sports Network on TV and its streaming service Sony Liv.
In the USA, the first Major of the year is being telecasted on the ESPN sports network and is being streamed on Fubo. In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on Eurosport. It will also be available for users on the Discovery+ app.
Full worldwide broadcast details here.
Where and when will Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri third-round match take place?
The third-round clash will be played at the Rod Laver Arena on January 24 (Saturday). It has a tentative start time of 12:00 pm local time and 6:30 am IST in India.
Has Jannik Sinner and Eliot Spizzirri faced each other before on tour?
No, this is the first time they will meet on the ATP Tour.
Who is the favourite to win today’s third-round match at Australian Open 2026?
Sinner will be the overwhelming favourite. The defending champion has looked virtually untouchable in Melbourne, serving with precision, controlling rallies with depth, and denying opponents any foothold on return games.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.