Australian Open 2026 Day 2 Recap: The Australian Open 2026 continued to deliver high-quality tennis on January 19 as first-round matches unfolded across Melbourne Park. From historic milestones on Rod Laver Arena to tightly contested battles and suspended play, Day 2 offered fans a thrilling start to the season’s first Grand Slam.
Djokovic Reaches Landmark 100th Australian Open Win
All eyes were on Rod Laver Arena as Novak Djokovic produced another commanding performance. The 10-time Australian Open champion defeated Pedro Martínez in straight sets, 6-?, 6-2, advancing comfortably into the second round.
The victory carried special significance, marking Djokovic’s 100th career match win at the Australian Open, an achievement that further strengthens his reputation as the most successful player in the tournament’s history.
Men’s Seeds Progress as Late Drama Emerges
Several top contenders in the men’s singles draw enjoyed smooth starts. Taylor Fritz and Casper Ruud both secured first-round victories, showing solid form early in the competition.
However, not all matches concluded as scheduled. The clash between Alexei Popyrin and Alexandre Muller was suspended, setting up an intriguing continuation in the coming sessions.
Coco Gauff Leads Women’s Singles Highlights
In women’s action, Coco Gauff impressed with a composed opening-round win on Rod Laver Arena, finishing her match in just 1 hour and 39 minutes. Elsewhere, Ann Li edged past Camila Osorio in a hard-fought encounter, winning 6-4, 6-7(5).
Australian Open 2026 Result
| Player (Seed) | Opponent | Score | Result |
| Novak Djokovic (4) | Pedro Martínez | 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 | Won |
| Coco Gauff (3) | Kamilla Rakhimova | 6-2, 6-3 | Won |
| Alex de Minaur (6) | Mackenzie McDonald | 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 | Won |
| Casper Ruud (12) | Mattia Bellucci | 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 | Won |
| Alexei Popyrin | Alexandre Muller | 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 7-6, 7-6 | Lost |
| Ann Li | Camila Osorio12 | 6-4, 6-7, 7-513 | Won |
Upcoming Matches to Watch
| Court | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Margaret Court Arena | Lorenzo Musetti vs Raphael Collignon | Scheduled |
| John Cain Arena | Taylor Fritz vs Valentin Royer | Scheduled |
| Show Court | Karen Khachanov vs Alex Michelsen | Scheduled |
With marquee players advancing, records falling, and more matches lined up into January 20, the Australian Open 2026 is quickly building momentum. As the first round nears completion, fans can expect rising intensity and potential surprises as Melbourne Park remains the center of the tennis world. 🎾🔥
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