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Alcaraz, Zverev Cruise; Bublik Advances in Australian Open First Round

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz began his Australian Open campaign with a commanding straight-sets victory over Adam Walton. Alexander Zverev also advanced, recovering from a first-set loss to defeat Gabriel Diallo in four sets. Alexander Bublik joined them in the second round with a straightforward win against Jenson Brooksby. The day also featured a dramatic five-set comeback victory for Cameron Norrie over Benjamin Bonzi.

Key Points: Australian Open: Alcaraz, Zverev, Bublik Win First Round Matches

  • Alcaraz defeats Walton in straight sets
  • Zverev overcomes Diallo after dropping first set
  • Bublik advances with win over Brooksby
  • Norrie wins five-set thriller against Bonzi
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Australian Open: Alcaraz, Bublik and Zverev move to second round

Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Alexander Bublik secure straight-set victories to advance to the second round of the Australian Open 2026.

"The third set was completely dominated by the tennis star, who won 6-2 to clinch the game in straight sets. - Match Report"

Melbourne, January 18

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz defeated Adam Walton in a three-game set to move to the second round of the ongoing Australian Open 2026 event on Sunday.

Alcaraz won the opening set comfortably 6-3. However, the Spaniard needed to grind in the second, but he held his nerve to clinch 7-6. The third set was completely dominated by the tennis star, who won 6-2 to clinch the game in straight sets.

World No. 10 Alexander Bublik also moved to the second round after he defeated Jenson Brooksby in straight sets - 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.

On the other hand, Benjamin Bonzi suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Cameron Norrie in the five-set game.

Norrie won the opening set comfortably 0-6 and lost the second and third 7-6 and 6-4. However, he bounced back in the next two sets and thrashed his opponent 3-6 and 4-6 to win a high-voltage game.

World No. 3 Alexander Zverev started his campaign on a winning note after he defeated Gabriel Diallo in the opening round at the Rod Laver Arena. The World No. 3 won the match 6-7, 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 against his opponent.

Zverev lost the opening set closely 6-7 but bounced back and registered wins in the remaining sets 6-1, 6-4, 6-2, which helped him to seal his place in the second round.

On January 19, Serbian legend and World No. 4 Novak Djokovic will play his first-round match against Pedro Martinez. World No. 6 Alex de Minaur will face Mackenzie McDonald.

- ANI

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Shreya B
That Norrie vs Bonzi match sounds like it was a proper rollercoaster! Losing the first set 0-6 and then coming back to win... that's some mental strength. Pity for Bonzi though, must be gutted.
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Aman W
Good to see Zverev start strong. But honestly, the scheduling is a bit odd, no? Djokovic playing his *first* round on the 19th when others are already in round 2. Hope it doesn't affect his rhythm.
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Priyanka N
Bublik winning in straight sets with identical scores is so satisfying to read! 6-4, 6-4, 6-4. That's some consistent, dominant tennis right there. 👏
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David E
As a tennis fan in India, I love watching the Australian Open. The timings are perfect for us. Can't wait for the Djokovic match tomorrow night!
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Kavya N
It's great to see the next generation like Alcaraz taking charge, but part of me still misses the epic Federer-Nadal-Djokovic rivalries. The game is in good hands though!

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