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Sakkari Secures Victory in Australian Open Debut

Published January 18, 2026, 11:25
Sakkari Secures Victory in Australian Open Debut

Greek tennis player Maria Sakkari achieved a successful debut at the Australian Open, defeating her opponent 6-4, 6-2. Sakkari, ranked No. 52 globally, needed one hour and 19 minutes to prevail and will face the winner of the match between Donna Vekic and Mirra Andreeva in the second round. During the match, Sakkari executed an impressive point, describing it as the best of her career.