7 Wins, a Historic First, and a Blockbuster Clash: Bublik Sets the Australian Open Alight!

Alexander Bublik defeats Tomas Martin Etcheverry, capping a perfect season start and reaching the Australian Open fourth round for the first time.

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Arthur Millot

le 23/01/2026 à 13h25

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Bublik Alexander De Minaur

Alexander Bublik defeated Tomas Martin Etcheverry (7-6, 7-6, 6-4) in the third round of the Australian Open, showcasing a solidity that speaks volumes about his current form.

This victory brings his record to 7 wins in 7 matches since the start of the season, an impressive consistency for a player long labeled as unpredictable.

A Historic First in Melbourne

By qualifying for the fourth round of the Australian Open, Alexander Bublik crosses a symbolic threshold.

He had never reached this stage in Melbourne before. But that's not all.

With this result, he becomes the first player representing Kazakhstan to reach the fourth round of all four Grand Slam tournaments in singles.

"I've Matured a Bit"

Asked after his victory, Alexander Bublik delivered a statement revealing his current form:

"I've matured a bit. I really enjoy being at home, to be honest. I quickly realized, after dropping in the rankings, that if I played well and scored a lot of points in a few tournaments, I could have more weeks off."

De Minaur – Bublik in the Fourth Round

Next challenge: Alex De Minaur, a favorite of the Australian crowd, backed by a Rod Laver Arena firmly in his corner.

On paper, the Australian is the favorite, but many know how Bublik's genius can awaken at any moment.