ATP 2025 Australian Open
Day 7 – Saturday 18 January, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.


- The match up: Lorenzo Sonego vs Fabian Marozsan
- Event Name: 2025 Australian Open
- Match Date: Saturday 18 January
- Day Of Event: Day 7
- Event Address: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Let’s have a look at all the career, performance and head-to-head stats for the match and find out if Lorenzo Sonego or Fabian Marozsan is expected to win.
Match Details:
Lorenzo Sonego vs Fabian Marozsan – Saturday 18 January – 2025 Australian Open – Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Lorenzo Sonego vs Fabian Marozsan Head-to-Head, Preview, Stats & Pick:
Head To Head first meeting.
In a thrilling clash at the Australian Open, Lorenzo Sonego of Italy will take on Fabian Marozsan of Hungary. This will be the first meeting between the two players, adding an element of unpredictability to the contest.
Sonego, 29 years old and ranked 55th in the ATP Rankings, is determined to reach the round of 16 and achieve his best Grand Slam result. This is his seventh appearance at the Australian Open and his 26th overall at a Grand Slam tournament. He is eager to join the elite group of Italian men who have made it to the round of 16 in Melbourne, including Fabio Fognini, Andreas Seppi, Jannik Sinner, Matteo Berrettini, and others. If Sonego, Sinner, and another Italian player, Lorenzo Musetti, succeed in reaching the round of 16, it will mark a historic moment for Italy, as three Italian men will achieve this feat at a Grand Slam for only the second time in the Open Era.
Sonego has shown great form in the tournament so far, defeating Stan Wawrinka and qualifier Joao Fonseca in the opening rounds. He displayed his resilience by winning a grueling five-set match against Fonseca, his first victory of that nature at the Australian Open. Sonego has previously reached the round of 16 at Roland Garros in 2020 and 2023, as well as Wimbledon in 2021. With an impressive career-high ranking of No. 21, Sonego has the skill and experience to make a deep run in the tournament.
While Sonego has the advantage of experience, Marozsan, 25 years old and ranked 59th, is determined to make his mark at a Grand Slam for the first time. This is only his second appearance at the Australian Open, but he has shown tremendous potential. Marozsan aims to become the third Hungarian man to reach the round of 16 at the Australian Open, following in the footsteps of Szabolcs Baranyi and Marton Fucsovics.
Marozsan has already proven his resilience in the tournament, winning two five-set matches against Thiago Seyboth Wild and No. 17 seed Frances Tiafoe. His ability to come out on top in five-set battles demonstrates his mental fortitude and determination. Marozsan has also had notable performances at other Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the third round at last year’s Australian Open and the second round at Roland Garros and the US Open. He also achieved a career-high ranking of No. 36 in May 2024.
As the match between Sonego and Marozsan unfolds, it promises to be a captivating struggle between two players hungry for success. Both have already displayed their resilience, fighting their way to the third round. Sonego’s experience and previous success at Grand Slam tournaments will undoubtedly give him an edge, while Marozsan’s determination to make history for Hungary provides him with an added motivation. Tennis fans can expect an enthralling battle between these two talented players as they vie for a place in the round of 16 at the Australian Open.
Lorenzo Sonego vs Fabian Marozsan Prediction:
I believe Lorenzo Sonego will win in straight sets.
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