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Sakkari Advances at Australian Open with Stunning Point

Published January 18, 2026, 14:14
Sakkari Advances at Australian Open with Stunning Point

Maria Sakkari advanced to the second round of the Australian Open, defeating France's Leolia Jeanjean 2-0 (6-4, 6-2). The Greek tennis player delivered an excellent performance, especially in the second set, where she made a stunning point, hitting the ball past the net after her opponent's serve. Sakkari was compared to Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz for the shot, stating that it was the best she has ever hit in her career and could be a contender for the point of the tournament.