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Australian Open Day 3: Sinner Advances, Monfils Bids Farewell

Posted : 20 January 2026

Defending men’s champion Jannik Sinner moved confidently into the second round, benefiting from an opponent’s mid-match retirement due to injury. The Italian looked in strong form and appears poised to defend his title successfully.

On the women’s side, reigning champion Madison Keys overcame a competitive first-round challenge to continue her campaign, displaying the composure and shot-making that won her the crown previously. Other top seeds, including Ben Shelton and Elena Rybakina, advanced comfortably, while Italian Lorenzo Musetti also progressed after a four-set encounter that ended with his opponent retiring late in the match.

Upsets and Breakthrough Performances

Day 3 also saw exciting surprises. Local wildcard Taylah Preston thrilled the Australian crowd by securing her first Grand Slam-level victory. Meanwhile, Janice Tjen made history by becoming the first Indonesian player in nearly 30 years to win a match at the Australian Open.

However, not all high-profile players enjoyed success. Australia’s top women’s seed Maya Joint suffered an early exit in straight sets, leaving the home crowd disappointed.

Monfils’ Farewell and Djokovic Milestone

One of the day’s most emotional moments came when Gaël Monfils, the charismatic French veteran, bowed out of Melbourne Park in what is expected to be his final Australian Open appearance. After nearly four hours of high-intensity play, Monfils was defeated by a determined qualifier, receiving a standing ovation for his career contributions.

Adding to the day’s milestones, Novak Djokovic achieved his 100th match win at the Australian Open, further cementing his legacy at the tournament and highlighting his enduring dominance in Melbourne.

Looking Ahead

With the first round nearly complete, attention now turns to the upcoming matchups where top seeds will aim to build momentum. Fans can expect more high-stakes encounters, emerging talents challenging established stars, and the continued drama that makes the Australian Open one of the sport’s most thrilling stages.

 

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