​The impressive career of Jiri Lehečka (71 ATP) at the Australian Open ended in the quarterfinals, where the player from the Czech Republic lost to Stefanos Tsitsipas (the third favorite from Melbourne).

Jiri LegechkaPhoto: Ella Ling / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

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Stefanos Tsitsipas, in the semifinals at the Australian Open – Jiri Lehechka will enter the ATP TOP-40

After two hours and 17 minutes, the Greek won in three sets with a score of 6-3, 7-6(2), 6-4.

Although Lehecka (21) missed out on reaching a Grand Slam semifinal for the first time, she will see a significant jump in the ATP rankings from No. 71 to No. 39 starting next week.

The result of the match Tsitsipas – Lehechka

Video source: Eurosport

Know:

  • Stefanos Tsitsipas will meet Karen Khachanov (18th seed) in the semi-finals of the Australian Open.
  • The Greek’s best Grand Slam result is the 2021 final at Roland Garros (he lost dramatically to Novak Djokovic, leading 2-0 in sets).

They will take place in the quarters of the Australian Open

Andriy Rublev (favorite 5) – Novak Djokovic (favorite 4)

Ben Shelton (89 ATP) – Tommy Paul (35 ATP).

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