Juncheng Shang vs Roberto Bautista Agut Preview & Prediction | 2026 Australian Open | First Round

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Chinese star Juncheng Shang takes on former world number nine Roberto Bautista Agut in the first round.

Start date/time:

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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Juncheng Shang vs Roberto Bautista Agut prediction

It's been a positive start to 2026 for Juncheng Shang, who accounted for fifth seed Lorenzo Sonego on his way to the quarter-finals of the Hong Kong Open, where he was ousted by eventual champion Alexander Bublik.

The 20-year-old is ranked 318th in the world but that does not do his talent justice, with the Chinese player have missed a large chunk of 2020 due to a foot injury.

Roberto Bautista Agut is a former quarter-finalist in Melbourne but his best days are certainly behind him. The 37-year-old Spaniard has suffered first-round exits in seven of his last nine Grand Slam participations, including his last two at the Australian Open.

Shang has looked in good form this month and we fancy him to eliminate the veteran in this opener.

Juncheng Shang vs Roberto Bautista Agut tip: Juncheng Shang to win