Kokkinakis Loses in Qualifying but Still Makes Miami Open

| by Balasz Virag

After a series of unfortunate events, Thanasi Kokkinakis finds himself in a fortunate position as he secures a spot in the main draw of the 2023 Miami Open.

Despite facing a disappointing loss in the qualifying round against a resurgent Benoit Paire, who beat the Australian to make his first main draw in 6 months, Kokkinakis is set to make a splash in the prestigious tournament, thanks to a few unexpected withdrawals.

Kokkinakis, who has been in impressive form this year, has struggled to string together a consistent run of victories. His recent performance in the 2023 Indian Wells showcased his potential when he qualified for the main draw. However, a second-round clash with the eventual champion, Carlos Alcaraz, cut his journey short.

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Undeterred, Kokkinakis player signed up for the Miami Open, only to face another setback in the qualifying round against Paire. Nevertheless, fate had other plans, as the withdrawals of other players granted Kokkinakis one of the three lucky loser spots, propelling him into the main draw.

In the first round, Kokkinakis will face wildcard Zizou Bergs, providing him with a solid opportunity to showcase his skills on the Miami stage. However, the stakes will be raised in the second round, where he may go head-to-head with the 8th-seeded and 2021 Miami Open champion, Hubert Hurkacz.

Kokkinakis isn't the only player to benefit from the lucky loser spots, as Aleksandar Kovacevic and Christopher O'Connell also found their way into the main draw. Tennis fans are eager to see how these fortunate few will perform under the bright lights of the Miami Open.

With a renewed sense of purpose, Thanasi Kokkinakis will no doubt seize this golden opportunity to prove himself at an ATP 1000 event. His journey through the Miami Open is sure to be an exciting one, as the tennis world watches to see if this talented player can finally break through and achieve the success he's been chasing.

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