Linette Triumphs in AO Comeback: Wins After 158 Minutes in Melbourne
Magda Linette has ended a challenging dry spell in Grand Slam singles matches with a solid comeback at the Australian Open. After reaching the semifinals of the tournament in 2023, she struggled to secure victories in 2024 and 2025. That streak was broken today in Melbourne as Linette faced off against Anna Navarro.
Match Overview
Despite a rocky start, Linette triumphed after 158 minutes on the court. She lost the first set 3-6 but rallied back to win the next two sets 6-3, 6-3. Her victory advances her to the second round, where she will compete against American player Ann Li.
Match Details
- Opponent: Emma Navarro
- Set Scores: 3-6, 6-3, 6-3
- Duration: 158 minutes
Linette’s next match is scheduled as the fourth match on Court 6, starting at 1:00 PM Polish time. She will be facing Ann Li, another American challenger, following earlier matches featuring Kamil Majchrzak and others.
Debut in Doubles
In addition to her singles match, Linette participated in the doubles event alongside Shuko Aoyama. Their partnership faced off against the duo of Alexandra Eala and Ingrid Martins, representing the Philippines and Brazil, respectively.
Highlights from the Doubles Match
- First Set: Won 7-6(3)
- Second Set: Lost 2-6
- Third Set: Won 6-3
The match kicked off with Linette serving well, but her opponents quickly gained momentum. After a fierce struggle, Linette and Aoyama took the first set in a tense tiebreaker. However, they faced challenges in the second set, which they ultimately lost.
The decisive third set saw Linette and Aoyama take an early lead. Even when faced with potential breaks, they managed to hold their composure. A critical moment came when Aoyama successfully defended a break point, allowing them to secure the match with a final score of 7-6(3), 2-6, 6-3.
Future Matches
Linette and Aoyama will next compete against either Asia Muhammad/Erin Routliffe or Linda Noskova/Rebecca Sramkova in the next round of the doubles tournament. This marks a significant moment in Linette’s career as she seeks to build on her recent momentum in Melbourne.
