De Minaur downs Misolic
His second-round opponent, however, proved to be a much tougher challenge. Against de Minaur, early breaks in both sets set the tone for the match. The Australian broke Misolic’s serve in the very first game—a grueling ten-minute battle—and repeated the feat early in the second set to take full control. Misolic had three break points at 2–3 but was unable to convert, and de Minaur closed out the match efficiently.
“Even though I lost, there are many positive moments I’ll take from this match,” Misolic reflected. “Playing against a Top 10 player in front of the Vienna crowd is an honor. It’s tough when you get broken right away, it changes the rhythm. I had three break chances in one game, but at this level, it’s the small details that make the difference.”
Despite the defeat, Misolic’s performance in Vienna marked another important career step. The 50 ATP ranking points he earned will move him into the Top 90 for the first time—a significant milestone that could secure him a spot in the main draw of the 2026 Australian Open.
