James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche Preview & Prediction | 2024 Australian Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
When is James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche on and what time does it start? James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche will take place on Monday 15th January, 2024 – not before 01:15 (UK)
Where is James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche taking place? James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche will take place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia
What surface is James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche being played on? James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche
What channel is James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche on in the UK? James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche will be televised live on Eurosport
Where can I stream James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche in the UK? Eurosport subscribers can stream James Duckworth vs Luca Van Assche live on their website
THE PREDICTION
World number 96 James Duckworth is a popular home hopeful here in Melbourne who brings some encouraging form into the draw after a tight straight-sets exit to Holger Rune in the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International last week. The 31-year-old enjoyed a strong run on the Challenger circuit to end a frustrating 2023, following an injury hampered few years before that, but he stands a fair chance at causing a mini upset here against an untested youngster in Luca Van Assche. 19-year-old Van Assche is a clear future talent on clay, as a former Boy’s champion at Roland-Garros, but he has struggled to make any significant dents on hardcourts so far. The world number 87 impressed at the Next Gen ATP Finals late last season, losing to fellow Frenchman Arthur Fils in the semi-finals, but back Duckworth to win at least two sets as the likelier to edge through on the wave of home support.
TIP: JAMES DUCKWORTH TO WIN TWO SETS
