Bet on Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl on Tennis
Who is favored to win the Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl at the Australian Open?
Mackenzie McDonald is favored to win against Liam Draxl with moneyline odds of 1.65, thanks to his higher ranking at No. 74, recent form with a semifinal run at the Brisbane International last week, and superior experience on hard courts, while Draxl at No. 182 relies on wildcard entry with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time does Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl at the Australian Open start?
The match starts at 4:00 AM UTC on January 15, 2026, which corresponds to 2:00 PM AEDT local time in Melbourne.
Where is the Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl at the Australian Open being played?
The match is at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, on one of the outdoor hard courts at Melbourne Arena or Court 3, with a capacity for thousands of spectators during the Australian Open's first round.
Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl at the Australian Open prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Mackenzie McDonald is predicted to win in straight sets with odds of 1.65 on the moneyline and -175 on the spread, as his 68% first-serve win rate from recent ATP matches outpaces Draxl's college-level stats, giving him a clear edge in baseline rallies.
What is the head to head record between Mackenzie McDonald vs Liam Draxl?
This is their first head-to-head meeting, with no prior matches; McDonald holds a strong 7-3 record in his last 10 Grand Slam first-round appearances, while Draxl makes his major debut after a 12-4 run in university tennis last season.