Iga Swiatek Advances to Second Round at 2026 Australian Open After Tough Win

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek advanced to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open after a challenging match against Chinese qualifier Yuan Yue, winning 7-6 (7-5), 6-3 at Rod Laver Arena. Despite 35 unforced errors and a slow start, Swiatek recovered to secure the victory, setting up a next-round match against Marie Bouzkova. Swiatek aims to complete a career Grand Slam, having previously won multiple majors but not the Australian Open.