Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka Preview & Prediction | 2024 Australian Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
When is Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka on and what time does it start? Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka will take place on Tuesday 16th January, 2024 – not before 00:00 (UK)
Where is Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka taking place? Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka will take place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia
What surface is Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka being played on? Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka
What channel is Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka on in the UK? Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka will be televised live on Eurosport
Where can I stream Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka in the UK? Eurosport subscribers can stream Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Jiri Lehecka live on their website
THE PREDICTION
22-year-old Jiri Lehecka set a new career-high ATP world ranking of 23rd this week after coming back from a set down to beat Jack Draper to the Adelaide International title on Saturday – picking up a maiden ATP title at his second attempt in a final. The Czech has looked a considerable talent in these conditions for a number of years but he proved himself one this time last season with a remarkable run to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open, stunning three seeds in Borna Coric, Cam Norrie and Felix Auger-Aliassime before defeat to eventual runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas. Lehecka has been awarded a kind opening draw here against clay specialist Bernabe Zapata Miralles, who will eagerly be awaiting a return to his favoured surface next month. The Spaniard brings a five-match losing steak into Melbourne with just one win on hardcourts since the start of the late swing last August. Back Lehecka to bounce through in straight sets.
TIP: JIRI LEHECKA TO WIN 3-0
