Ireland’s James McGee yesterday stormed back after a sluggish start to nail down a singles qualifying final round place on the USA ATP Challenger Tour.

Ireland’s James McGee is one match away from the first round proper of the Australian Open after a remarkable comeback win in Melbourne yesterday. A victory today against Germany’s Daniel Brands puts him in the main draw and in the way of some decent earning potential.

Dubliner James McGee has won his second match in the qualifying stages of the Australian Open.

McGee despatched French opponent Calvin Hemery in straight sets and didn’t face a single break point during the match.