Who is favored to win the Rei Sakamoto vs Rafael Jodar at the Australian Open?
Rafael Jodar is favored to win with odds of 1.45 compared to Rei Sakamoto at 2.75, thanks to his higher ranking at No. 156 and strong recent form with 7 wins in his last 10 matches, including a Challenger quarterfinal run last week. Sakamoto, ranked outside the top 500, has struggled on hard courts with just 2 wins in his last 5 outings. DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports offers the best value on this matchup.
What time does Rei Sakamoto vs Rafael Jodar at the Australian Open start?
The match starts on January 18, 2026, at 12:00 AM AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) at Melbourne Park.
Where is the Rei Sakamoto vs Rafael Jodar at the Australian Open being played?
The match is at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, specifically on Court 14 of the Australian Open complex, which features a hard court surface and seating for around 3,000 spectators amid the 40-court Grand Slam venue.
Rei Sakamoto vs Rafael Jodar at the Australian Open prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Rafael Jodar is predicted to win in straight sets with moneyline odds of 1.45 on DexWin, supported by his 68% win rate on hard courts this season and superior serve hold percentage of 82% in recent tournaments, while Sakamoto's return game yields only 22% break points converted.
What is the head to head record between Rei Sakamoto vs Rafael Jodar?
This is their first head-to-head meeting, with no prior encounters; Jodar holds a 4-1 record in Australian Open qualifying rounds over the past two years, averaging 12 aces per match on these courts.
