Perth, Jan 02 – Serbia secured their place in the quarter-finals of the United Cup after a gripping match against the Czech Republic. Olga Danilovic and Hamad Medjedovic fought back to claim a thrilling victory in the mixed doubles, setting up a clash with Australia in the next round.
In the crucial mixed doubles match, Danilovic and Medjedovic faced off against Miriam Kolodziejova and Petr Nouza, knowing they needed to win at least one set to advance. After losing the first set, the Serbian duo showed incredible determination and skill to mount a comeback, ultimately triumphing with a hard-fought 4-6, 7-5, 10-8 victory.
Their impressive performance propelled Danilovic and Medjedovic to top Group E and secured their spot in the quarter-finals, where they will face the formidable Australian team, winners of Group C, on Wednesday night.
Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic, who made his United Cup debut this week, faced a tough challenge against Jiri Lehecka. Djokovic had to level the tie after Danilovic’s loss in the opening rubber to Marketa Vondrousova. Despite struggling with a wrist problem throughout the match, the world number one Serbian player showed his resilience and experience, eventually defeating Lehecka 6-1, 6-7(3), 6-1 in a grueling encounter lasting over two hours.
Djokovic holds an exceptional track record in Australia, having won the Australian Open a record 10 times. The 36-year-old has not tasted defeat in the country since 2018 when he lost to Hyeon Chung in the hard-court major.
The upcoming quarter-final clash between Serbia and Australia promises to be a captivating battle, especially with Djokovic leading the charge for his nation. Tennis enthusiasts eagerly await the high-stakes match as both teams strive for a coveted spot in the semi-finals.
In summary, Serbia’s win over the Czech Republic in the mixed doubles propelled them into the quarter-finals of the United Cup. Their victory sets up an exciting encounter with Australia, while Novak Djokovic proved his mettle by overcoming a tough opponent in a three-set thriller. The stage is set for an enthralling quarter-final showdown between Serbia and Australia at the United Cup.
