Kokkinakis wins French Open five-set thriller on mixed day for Aussies
Thanasi Kokkinakis achieved a remarkable comeback to win his first-round match at the French Open. He was joined by fellow Australians Alex de Minaur and Daria Kasatkina, who also secured victories in their matches. However, other Australian players faced challenges, with some suffering defeats in their opening rounds.
- ▪Thanasi Kokkinakis came from behind to win a five-set match against Terence Atmane.
- ▪Alex de Minaur and Daria Kasatkina also advanced to the second round of the French Open.
- ▪Kokkinakis's victory marked his ninth win in a fifth-set decider during his career.
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Thanasi Kokkinakis, Alex de Minaur and Daria Kasatkina advance to French Open second roundTopic:TennisTue 26 May 2026 at 6:39amTue 26 May 2026 at 6:39amTue 26 May 2026 at 6:39amThanasi Kokkinakis has come from behind to advance into the second round of the French Open. (Getty Images: Dan Istitene)In short:Thanasi Kokkinakis has come from behind to claim a five-set victory in the first round of the French Open.Alex de Minaur and Daria Kasatkina were also Aussie first round winners at Roland Garros.What's next?Kim Birrell, Alexei Popyrin and Adam Walton will all play their first round singles matches on Tuesday.abc.net.au/news/thanasi-kokkinakis-alex-de-minaur-daria-kasatkina-french-open/106721114Link copiedShareShare articleThanasi Kokkinakis has roared back from the brink of defeat after…
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