Wed Jan 15 16:43:13 UTC 2025: ## Djokovic and Alcaraz Cruise into Australian Open Third Round

**Melbourne, Australia** – Novak Djokovic, despite facing challenges, advanced to the third round of the Australian Open, defeating Portuguese qualifier Jaime Faria in four sets, 6-1, 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-2. The match, played under the roof of Rod Laver Arena due to rain, saw Djokovic overcome a spirited performance from Faria, who pushed the 10-time champion to a second-set tie-break. Djokovic, who consulted with his coach Andy Murray between sets, secured his 150th men’s singles Grand Slam win after turning 30, a feat achieved by only Serena Williams previously. This win also marks his 430th Grand Slam singles match, surpassing Roger Federer’s record. He will next face Tomas Machac.

Meanwhile, third seed Carlos Alcaraz showcased dominant form, dispatching Yoshihito Nishioka in a swift 81 minutes, winning 6-0, 6-1, 6-4. Alcaraz, who focused on improving his serve in the pre-season, expressed satisfaction with his performance and will play Nuno Borges in the next round. He is aiming to become the youngest man to achieve a career Grand Slam.

Both matches were part of a day of exciting tennis action from the Australian Open, broadcast live on Sky Sports Tennis, Sky Sports+, NOW, and the Sky Sports app. Sky Sports is offering customers access to over 50 per cent more live sport this year.

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