Thanasi Kokkinakis isn’t just banking on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Thanasi Kokkinakis is not only banking on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

During a speech to the website "Tennishead", Australian tennis player Thanasi Kokkinakis, among other topics discussed, bluntly spoke out about the upcoming Australian Open, scheduled for January 12-26, 2025 in Melbourne.

"Sinner and Alcaraz are undoubtedly the best around, but you must not lose sight of Djokovic. You can never underestimate him, then we will see in what condition he will return to the court. These are the three I see as favorites to win the title, but there are also other players who can be protagonists such as Zverev who is playing very good tennis and Taylor Fritz who è on the launching pad" debuted the Australian tennis player.

"The ATP season should be shortened to nine months. We are trying, but I think tennis still has a long way to go to change this situation. The calendar è too long and tiring. I think there are many events that are not exciting enough for the fans. In my opinion, there should be no more events after the Paris Masters" added the Adelaide native.

"The "Ultimate Tennis Showdown aims to provide a more innovative style of tennis. I think if they could work closely with the'ATP they would attract more fans, spectators and entertainment" concluded Thanasi Kokkinakis.