Damir Dzumhur defeated Dimitar Kuzmanov 6–3, 6–1 in the first qualifying round of the 2023 Australian Open on hard court. The Bosnian player delivered a commanding performance, establishing control early and maintaining dominance throughout both sets to advance comfortably through the opening stage of qualifying. Kuzmanov, competing in the qualifying draw, offered limited resistance as Dzumhur's superior court positioning and consistency proved decisive. The one-sided nature of the scoreline underscores Dzumhur's readiness as he pursues a main-draw berth at Melbourne Park.