Janice Tjen Exits Second Round at 2026 Australian Open
Janice Tjen, the Indonesian women’s tennis player, has exited the second round of the 2026 Australian Open. She faced former world number one, Karolina Pliskova, in a challenging match at Melbourne Park on January 22, 2026. Tjen lost the match in straight sets, with scores of 4-6 and 4-6.
Match Overview
This marks Janice’s second consecutive second-round exit at a Grand Slam event. Her previous attempt was during the 2025 US Open, where she also reached the second round after qualifying but lost to Emma Raducanu.
Match Details
- Player: Janice Tjen (Indonesia)
- Opponent: Karolina Pliskova (Czech Republic)
- Event: 2026 Australian Open
- Date: January 22, 2026
- Location: Melbourne Park, Victoria
- Match Score: 4-6, 4-6
- Prize Money: AUD 225,000 (approximately Rp. 2.5 billion)
Match Highlights
Despite the defeat, Janice showcased a commendable performance. She even won the first set but could not maintain her momentum. After securing a lead, Pliskova quickly regained control, winning three consecutive games.
Janice fought back, narrowing the point gap, but Pliskova’s strong serve proved difficult to break. The tight competition continued into the second set, where Janice managed to stay close in points until the end.
Conclusion
Although Janice Tjen’s journey at the 2026 Australian Open ended in the second round, her performance demonstrated her potential on the international tennis stage. The experience gained will certainly help her in future competitions.
