Elena Rybakina defeated Kaja Juvan 6–4, 6–3 in the first round of the Australian Open on hard court, confirming her status as the heavy pre-match favourite with odds of 1.03 to Juvan's 12.08. The Kazakhstani top seed controlled proceedings throughout, securing both sets with relative comfort and demonstrating the consistency expected of her seeding. Juvan offered modest resistance in the opening set but could not sustain competitive pressure in the second, as Rybakina's superiority in court positioning and execution proved decisive. The result marks a routine progression for Rybakina, whose early-round dominance suggests she remains well-positioned in the tournament draw.