Alex De Minaur defeated Alexander Bublik at the Australian Open in the second round on hard court, winning 6–4, 6–1, 6–1. De Minaur, the pre-match favourite at 1.55 odds, delivered a dominant performance to advance, with Bublik unable to sustain competitive resistance after the opening set. The Australian's control of the match reflected the odds-on expectation, as he progressed through the early stages of the Grand Slam without significant challenge. De Minaur's commanding display positions him favourably in the draw as he continues his campaign at Melbourne Park.