Carlos Alcaraz defeated Corentin Moutet in the first round of the Australian Open on hard court, winning 6–2, 6–4, 6–1. As the heavy pre-match favourite at 1.01 odds, Alcaraz delivered a commanding performance against Moutet, who entered at 17.54. The Spaniard's dominance was evident across all three sets, with Moutet unable to mount sustained resistance. Alcaraz's clinical efficiency—particularly his control in the second and third frames—underscored his status as a leading contender in Melbourne. The result confirms Alcaraz's readiness for the tournament and sets up a favourable path through the early rounds.