Magda Linette upset favoured Emma Navarro 3–6, 6–3, 6–3 in the first round of the Australian Open on hard court. Navarro, the pre-match favourite at odds of 1.34, lost the opening set before Linette seized control, winning the next two sets with consistent tennis to secure a comprehensive comeback victory. The result marks a significant upset, with Linette (3.19) defying expectations to advance from the opening round. Linette's comeback performance suggests improved form heading deeper into the tournament, whilst Navarro faces early elimination from a Grand Slam.
