Jordan Thompson vs Nuno Borges Preview & Prediction | 2026 Australian Open | Second Round

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Home hope Jordan Thompson takes on Felix Auger-Aliassime's conqueror Nuno Borges in the second round.

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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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Jordan Thompson vs Nuno Borges prediction

In the first round, Jordan Thompson lost the first set against Juan Manuel Cerundolo but recovered well to take control of the match and win the next three sets.

The Australian native finds himself in the second round of his home Grand Slam for the sixth time in his career, but he has never managed to progress beyond this stage.

Nuno Borges produced one of the shocks of the first round by eliminating Felix Auger-Aliassime, although he benefitted from his opponent having to retire ahead of the fourth set with cramp.

The Portuguese star was a consistent performer in Grand Slams last year, whereas Thompson tends to struggle under the expectation of the home support.

We see Borges navigating his way through this one.

Jordan Thompson vs Nuno Borges tip: Nuno Borges to win