Bet on Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer on Tennis
Who is favored to win the Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer at the Australian Open?
Yosuke Watanuki is favored to win this Australian Open first-round match with odds around 1.65, while Nicolai Budkov Kjaer sits at 2.25. Watanuki has shown stronger form on hard courts recently with a 6-2 record in his last 8 matches, giving him the edge in this encounter with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time does Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer at the Australian Open start?
The match starts at 11:00 PM AEDT on January 12, 2026 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia.
Where is the Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer at the Australian Open being played?
The match will be played at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, home of the Australian Open with multiple courts including the Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena, and John Cain Arena with capacities ranging from 10,500 to 15,000 seats.
Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer at the Australian Open prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Yosuke Watanuki is predicted to win with moneyline odds of 1.65 based on his superior hard court performance and recent tournament results. His serve velocity averaging 195 km/h and first-serve percentage of 68% provide significant advantages against Budkov Kjaer's defensive baseline game.
What is the head to head record between Yosuke Watanuki vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer?
This is the first career meeting between Yosuke Watanuki and Nicolai Budkov Kjaer, making this a fresh matchup at the Australian Open. Both players are competing in the early rounds of a Grand Slam, with Watanuki seeking to advance his seeding position and establish dominance on hard courts.