Adrian Mannarino vs Rinky Hijikata Preview & Prediction | 2026 Australian Open | First Round

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The Aussie crowd will be right behind Rinky Hijikata in his fourth Australian Open main draw appearance against Adrian Mannarino.

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Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / USA – ESPN

How to watch online: UK – discovery+ / USA – ESPN+ & Tennis Channel

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Adrian Mannarino vs Rinky Hijikata prediction

The 37-year-old Frenchman Adrian Mannarino won’t be phased by not having the crowd on his side here and after appearing in every main draw of the Australian Open singles competition since 2011, he’ll be hoping to make at least the fourth round, as he has in two of the last four years.

Rinky Hijikata has struggled so far in the main draw of this Grand Slam, winning just one match over the course of the last three years. He’ll no doubt be aiming to keep this battle going as long as possible, especially if he drops the opening set knowing that the fitness levels of the significantly older Mannarino will be heavily tested.

Despite the home advantage, Mannarino is as solid a competitor as they come and when comparing these two players, Mannarino is superior on the court and should show that in a big Grand Slam such as this. Back the Frenchman to overcome Hijikata.

Adrian Mannarino vs Rinky Hijikata tip: Adrian Mannarino to win