Sinner battled leg cramps and received courtside treatment while falling behind in the third set versus Spizzirri.

Jannik Sinner was reprieved as the Australian Open's extreme heat policy was invoked to allow time for the stadium's roof to close.

Eliot Spizzirri is one of seven American men in the third round of the 2026 Australian Open, alongside Frances Tiafoe, Learner Tien, Tommy Paul, Taylor Fritz, Ethan Quinn and Ben Shelton.

Eliot Spizziri is a 24-year old American tennis player from Stamford, Connecticut. The highest he has been ranked in the world is entering the Australian Open right now, with an ATP singles rank of No. 85 in the world. Spizzirri was a college tennis player at the University of Texas.

Jannik Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri Highlights, Australian Open 2026 Third Round: Follow the highlights and updates from the men’s singles match on4, 2026

In an exhilarating showdown at the Australian Open 2026, Jannik Sinner proved his mettle by defeating American Eliot Spizzirri, overcoming not only his opponent but also physical challenges, including cramps.

Had the Australian Open's extreme heat protocols not taken effect, Janik Sinner wonders if he would still be in the tournament.

Jannik Sinner is often lauded for his uncanny ability to stay calm even under high-pressure and high-stress moments on the tennis court. However, the World No.

In only his second match against a Top 20 player, Spizzirri pushed the two-time defending champion to the limit over four tough sets in Melbourne.

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The clash between Jannik Sinner and Eliot Spizzirri is stealing the spotlight this January 24, in their third-round match. The American has been the big surprise so far, taking the opening