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2019 Sydney International Men's singles, quarter-finals Ken Rosewall Arena, Sydney Alex De Minaur vs Jordan Thompson |
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The new wave of Australian men’s tennis is on show at the Sydney International when Alex de Minaur faces Jordan Thompson. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 4pm (AEDT).
Ken Rosewall Arena hosts this interesting quarter-final clash between two of the bright young stars of Australian tennis. De Minaur comes into Sydney with a new ranking high of 29 and plays this event as the fifth seed.
The 19-year-old impresses all who see him play; with his steely determination and excellent wheels often cited as attributes that many feel a few other Australian male players need to acquire.
There will be no surprises in this one from the young Sydney-born star. He will rely on patience and stamina to wear down his opponent and Thompson will need to be prepared to spend plenty of time on the court if he is to prevail.
Now ranked 72 and coming off considerable success on the Challenger Tour over the last six months, Thompson is in reasonable form and looking for his first win on the ATP tour.
The 24-year-old from Sydney will be confident after two recent Challenger Tour victories in Traralgon and Canberra; he competed in eight finals throughout the course of 2018.
Both men would love a win and an advance to the semi-final stage where either Giles Simon or fellow Australian John Millman would be their opponent. However, they will also value the match conditions and the physical hit out; with one eye firmly planted on the Australian Open which begins next week at Melbourne Park.
Prediction
De Minaur should win this match. At this stage of the event, the chances of players losing unexpectedly begin to diminish and class begins to tell. Thompson will fight hard, yet the 19-year-old has the weapons to counter whatever is thrown his way.
Where: Ken Rosewall Arena, Sydney
When: Thursday, 10th January, 2019, 4pm (AEDT)
TV: 9GEM
Betting: Alex de Minaur $1.27, Jordan Thompson $3.78
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Stuart Thomas
Expert
I'm with you there Jordan. I took Alex in straight sets.
Stuart Thomas
Expert
Alex de Minaur has defeated Jordan Thompson in straight sets to advance to the semi-finals of the Sydney International. The 19 year-old was a little too good for the 24 year-old tonight yet both men sent a very stern message to other, more senior Australian male tennis players. Both de Minaur and Thompson are the future and after the fiasco of the Bernard Tomic vs Nick Kyrgios match at Kooyong yesterday, it would not surprise me to see most Australian fans hitch their wagons with the players we saw on show tonight. De Minaur was in control for much of the match, despite a slight wobble near the end of the first set where Thompson pounced. The subsequent tie-break looked to be going Thompson's way before de Minaur bounced back, sealed the set and took control of the second. Thompson did well and will feel prepared for the Australian Open at Melbourne Park next week. De Minaur will have an entire nation behind him as the highest ranked Australian male player in the draw. Bring on the first major of the year. It was great fun to see two of Australia's best in action tonight. Alex de Minaur appears to have the best chance in Melbourne, although Jordan Thompson might be able to advance beyond the early rounds if given a favourable draw. Final score Alex de Minaur 7 6 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Jordan Klingsporn
Roar Guru
No surprises TBH.
Stuart Thomas
Expert
A very interesting match between two young Australian stars. Alex de Minaur 7 6 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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Game. Set. Match. de Minaur. Alex de Minaur 7 6 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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30-15 after a forehand from de Minaur goes long. Alex de Minaur 7 5 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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30-00 after another forehand error from Thompson. Alex de Minaur 7 5 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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15-00 Alex de Minaur 7 5 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Stuart Thomas
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Game de Minaur. what an awful game from Thompson. Alex de Minaur 7 5 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Stuart Thomas
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15-40 A nice serve pulled one back. Alex de Minaur 7 4 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Stuart Thomas
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00-40 What an awful drop shot from Thompson. Alex de Minaur 7 4 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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00-30 de Minaur takes a telling lead in this game. Alex de Minaur 7 4 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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00-15 Thompson wild with the forehand. Alex de Minaur 7 4 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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Game de Minaur Alex de Minaur 7 4 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Stuart Thomas
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40-00 as Thompson looks very wayward right now. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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30-00 Poor return. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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15-00 Lucky point for de Minaur. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 3
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Game Thompson. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 3
Stuart Thomas
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40-30 de Minaur does well and attacks the net. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 2
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40-15 Double fault. Best time to serve one. Alex de Minaur 7 3 Jordan Thompson 6 2