Arthur Fery Defeats 20th Seed Flavio Cobolli to Reach Australian Open Second Round

British qualifier Arthur Fery, ranked 185, advanced to the Australian Open second round by defeating 20th seed Flavio Cobolli 7-6(7-1), 6-4, 6-1 at Melbourne Park. Fery, making his main draw debut, impressed after a strong qualifying run and was supported by his mother Olivia, a former professional player who traveled from Europe to watch. Cobolli, who reached Wimbledon quarter-finals last year, appeared to struggle with stomach issues during the match.