Opening day of the 2026 Australian Open delivered intense first-round matches across Melbourne Park. Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev and Aryna Sabalenka all began their campaigns while emerging players attempted to produce early upsets.
Match of the Day saw several close contests as players adapted to the summer conditions in Melbourne. Top seeds demonstrated their experience by navigating tricky opening matches.
The tournament atmosphere was electric with packed crowds across Rod Laver Arena and Margaret Court Arena as the season’s first Grand Slam officially began.
