Kokkinakis sees off Millman in all-Aussie clash
There was a notable first-round win at the Adelaide International 1 tournament on Tuesday for Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis, who saw off compatriot John Millman 6-4 6-3.
Kokkinakis, a major talent as a youngster, is battling to reassert himself on tour after injury troubles, and beating Millman put his name up in lights for at least one day.
He reflected afterwards on the battle it has taken so far, with last year spent largely living out of a suitcase on the second-tier ATP Challenger Tour.
"It was a gruelling year travelling," Kokkinakis said.
"I've played a couple of times [in Adelaide] but just in exhibitions, so to play a real meaningful tournament and beat such a quality opponent, a proven veteran like Johnny, means a lot. I played great, and the support was great, so I'm really happy."