Novak Djokovic returns to court at the Australian Open against the dangerous Tomas Machac in the third round. Djokovic, who broke one of Roger Federer’s Grand Slam records in the last round, is targeting a record 25th singles Grand Slam title with the watchful eye of Sir Andy Murray in his coaching corner.

Seventh-seeded Novak Djokovic continues his 2025 Australian Open run in the early morning hours in the U.S. with a third-round match against No. 26 Tomas Machac at Rod Laver Arena.

Novak Djokovic admitted his first on-court experience of being coached by Andy Murray was “strange” but said his former rival offered some “great advice” after opening his Australian Open campaign with a comeback win over teenager Nishesh Basavareddy.

Novak Djokovic's third-round opponent at the 2025 Australian Open will be Czechia's Tomas Machac. This will be Djokovic's third meeting with Machac on the ATP Tour, with their head-to-head balanced at 1-1.

Here is everything you need to know about Novak Djokovic vs. Tomas Machac, including TV and streaming options for the match.

Record-holder of ten Australian Open titles, Novak Djokovic aims for another triumph in the Land Down Under as the year's first Grand Slam gets underway.

On Thursday, Tomas Machac (No. 25 in the world) takes on Novak Djokovic (No. 7 ... 7-6, 4-6 over Reilly Opelka in the Round of 64 on Tuesday. Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook.

The fourth day of the Australian Open saw thrilling comebacks and record-breaking performances. Naomi Osaka overcame Karolina Muchova, while Djokovic broke Federer's Grand Slam record. Tomas Machac battled through a five-setter against Reilly Opelka.

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Tomas Machac (CZE x26) bt Reilly Opelka (USA) 3-6, 7-6 (7/1), 6-7 (5/7), 7-6 (7/4), 6-4

The 24-time Grand Slam champion is a master of easing into majors. At every one, he has a match that lifts him up. Will this one be it?

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