Who is favored to win the Giulio Zeppieri vs Rei Sakamoto at the Australian Open?
Giulio Zeppieri is favored to win against Rei Sakamoto due to his higher ATP ranking of 157 compared to Sakamoto's lower position around 375, along with stronger recent form in qualifiers including a win over Brandon Holt. Betting odds list Zeppieri at approximately 1.65 with Sakamoto at 2.20 on DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports. Zeppieri's experience on hard courts at Melbourne Park gives him the edge in this Australian Open Qualifying Final.
What time does Giulio Zeppieri vs Rei Sakamoto at the Australian Open start?
The match starts at 12:00 PM UTC on January 15, 2026, which corresponds to 7:00 PM local time in Melbourne or 11:00 PM WIB, held on Court 16 at the Australian Open.
Where is the Giulio Zeppieri vs Rei Sakamoto at the Australian Open being played?
The match takes place at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, during the Australian Open Qualifying Final on Court 16, a key outdoor hard court venue with world-class facilities hosting the Grand Slam event.
Giulio Zeppieri vs Rei Sakamoto at the Australian Open prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Giulio Zeppieri is predicted to win in straight sets with moneyline odds of 1.65 on DexWin, supported by his superior ranking, recent qualifier victories, and better serve stats averaging 8 aces per match. Sakamoto's underdog status at 2.20 odds reflects his lower ranking and limited Grand Slam experience with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What is the head to head record between Giulio Zeppieri vs Rei Sakamoto?
Giulio Zeppieri and Rei Sakamoto have no prior head-to-head meetings recorded, making this their first encounter. Zeppieri holds a stronger overall record in recent hard court qualifiers with 4 wins in his last 5 matches, while Sakamoto has shown promise but trails in rankings and experience.
