In a thrilling match at the Australian Open qualifications on January 7, 2025, 16-year-old Cruz Hewitt faced off against experienced Georgian player Nikoloz Basilashvili. Despite ultimately losing the match 6-1, 6-4, Hewitt’s performance was nothing short of remarkable.
Hewitt, the son of tennis legend Lleyton Hewitt, showed incredible resilience and determination throughout the match. He managed to score five games against Basilashvili, a feat that left the crowd buzzing and earned him praise from his opponent. Basilashvili, who took control of the match early on, admitted that he could not have dreamed of performing at such a level when he was 16.
The match took place on Court 3, and Hewitt’s fightback in the second set was particularly impressive. After falling behind 5-0 in the first set, Hewitt managed to hold his serve and win his first game, which lifted the crowd to new heights. His shouts of “come on” echoed the playing style of his father, creating a nostalgic atmosphere for tennis fans.
Although Hewitt did not advance past the first round of the qualifiers, his performance has been widely recognized as a sign of great potential for the future. The young Australian has already shown that he has the skills and mental toughness to compete at a high level, and many are excited to see how his career will develop.
Hewitt’s journey in the Australian Open qualifications may have ended early, but his impressive display against Basilashvili has set the stage for what could be a promising career in professional tennis. With continued hard work and dedication, Cruz Hewitt may one day follow in his father’s footsteps and achieve great success on the tennis court.
Nikoloz Basilashvili in 2025
Ranked no.210, Nikoloz played his last match on the 7th of January when he beat Cruz Hewitt 6-1 6-4 in the qualifications of the Australian Open (draw).
At the moment, during this season Nikoloz has managed to achieve a compiled 1-0 match record.
He is also scheduled to play at the Australian Open (Australian Open). The main draw will start on the 12th of January.
