Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech – First Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Australian Open
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THE FACTS
When is Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech on and what time does it start? Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech will take place on Monday 16th January, 2023 – not before 00:00 (UK)
Where is Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech taking place? Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech will take place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia
What surface is Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech being played on? Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech
What channel is Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech on in the UK? Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech will be televised live on Eurosport
Where can I stream Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech in the UK? Eurosport subscribers can stream Yosuke Watanuki vs Arthur Rinderknech live on their website, while Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number 45 Arthur Rinderknech was impressive at the United Cup as the French number one with a straight-sets victory over Francisco Cerundolo and a tight defeat to Borna Coric. A three-set defeat to Marc-Andrea Huesler at Adelaide 2 on Tuesday, though, is of some concern for the 27-year-old as a player targeting breaking the top 40 on tour this season but this looks a kind enough opener against qualifier Yusuke Watanuki. 24-year-old Watanuki will break his current career-high ATP world ranking of 138th after coming through qualifying well this week and enjoying back-to-back Challenger titles late last season. The Japanese has played well enough in recent months to suggest a straight-sets victory for Rinderknech is fairly unlikely over five, so back the Frenchman to win outright.
