Tennis legend Novak Djokovic will continue his quest for a record-breaking 25 Grand Slam titles when he meets rising Australian star Alexei Popyrin in the second round on Wednesday night at Rod Laver Arena.
Djokovic was shaky at times during an opening-round win against Croatian teenager Dino Prizmic and also lost to Alex de Minaur at the United Cup earlier this season.
Popyrin has worked his way up to world no.43 and is a dangerous opponent for Djokovic, especially if the Serbian is short of his best.
Will Djokovic keep marching toward an 11th Australian Open title or can Popyrin pull off an all-time upset?
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When is Novak Djokovic vs. Alexei Popyrin? Start time for Australian Open matchNovak Djokovic vs. Alexei Popyrun in the Australian Open second round is scheduled for Wednesday, January 17 at approximately 9:00pm (AEDT) on Rod Laver Arena.
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The match is the second during Wednesday's Australian Open night session and will begin after the conclusion of the women's contest between Brenda Fruhvirtova and Aryna Sabalenka - which commences at 7:00pm (AEDT).
How to watch Novak Djokovic vs. Alexei Popyrin TelevisionWith the match featuring tennis legend Djokovic and Australian contender Popyrun, it will be telecast live on free-to-air TV via Channel Nine's main and HD channel.
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Djokovic vs. Popyrin second round match can be watched on live stream via Stan Sport, which has every game live via their platform.
Channel Nine's free streaming service 9Now will also have the game available to watch.
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