Naomi Osaka got the job done, but was visibly annoyed after a tense conclusion to her win over Sorana Cirstea in the second round of the Australian Open on Thursday.
Iga Swiatek moved confidently into the third round of the Australian Open on Thursday with a straight-sets victory over unseeded Czech Marie Bouzkova at John Cain Arena.
Novak Djokovic eased into the third round of the Australian Open with a commanding 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over Francesco Maestrelli, moving within one match of 400 grand slam victories.
Emma Raducanu was knocked out of the Australian Open in the second round on Wednesday after a straight-sets defeat to Anastasia Potapova, ending hopes of a meeting with world number one Aryna Sabalenka.
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, top seed Aryna Sabalenka, and third seed Coco Gauff all powered into the third round at the Australian Open on Wednesday, continuing their strong starts in Melbourne.
Gael Monfils has taken to social media to reflect on his long relationship with Australia and the Australian Open following his final appearance at the tournament.