Novak Djokovic Vs Francesco Maestrelli LIVE Score, Australian Open 2nd Round: Serbian Star Targets 11th Title Push

Djokovic earns triple set point following a well-placed ace and sloppy errors from the Italian. Maestrelli shows his teeth to save two, first with a searing backhand winner and then by out-muscling Djokovic in a baseline exchange.

However, any hopes of a comeback are extinguished at 40-30. Despite failing to convert six prior opportunities, Djokovic stays ice-cold, firing an ace to clinch the first set

Maestrelli continues to struggle with consistency, handing Djokovic a triple game point at 40-0. A lucky return winner provides a brief moment of relief for the Italian, but it's only a delay. Djokovic remains untouchable on his opening delivery, winning 13 of his first 15 points behind the first serve.

And we are underway for the first set of this second round Men's singles match. Novak Djokovic serves up first and wins the first game with a sensational ace.

There is no prior professional history between Novak Djokovic and Francesco Maestrelli. Today's second-round match at the 2026 Australian Open is their first-ever meeting.

Maestrelli is playing in his first-ever Grand Slam main draw, while Djokovic is chasing a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title.

• Date: Thursday, January 22nd

• Time: 8:00AM (IST) onwards

• Court: Rod Laver Arena

• How to watch: Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV app/website

Good morning, tennis fans! This is the start of our live blog covering Novak Djokovic’s second-round match against Francesco Maestrelli. Stay tuned for pre-match updates as they come in.