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Sakkari Suffers Early Exit at Adelaide International

Published January 12, 2026, 11:31

Maria Sakkari was eliminated early from the Adelaide International tournament, losing in straight sets (7-6 (2) and 6-4) to Daria Kasatkina in the first round. Despite a good start in the first set, where she led 4-1, Sakkari failed to maintain her advantage and lost the set in a tie-break. In the second set, she lost 6-4. The Greek champion is now turning her attention to the Australian Open, which will be held in Melbourne from January 18th.