Tue Jan 14 05:23:02 UTC 2025: ## Upset at Australian Open: Tsitsipas Stunned in First Round

**Melbourne, Australia** – A major upset rocked the Australian Open on day two as Greek star and title contender Stefanos Tsitsipas suffered a shocking first-round defeat. The 11th seed was beaten by unseeded American Alex Michelsen, 7-5, 6-3, 2-6, 6-4, in a thrilling match.

Michelsen, ranked 42nd, pulled off the biggest win of his career against the 2023 season runner-up. The 20-year-old, who began playing tennis at the age of three with his mother and school teacher Sondra, showcased impressive serves and returns, securing crucial breaks throughout the match. While he committed eight double faults and 40 unforced errors, his 46 winners proved decisive. This marks his first Grand Slam victory over a top-20 ranked player. Tsitsipas, despite hitting 13 aces and only two double faults, managed only four break points.

Meanwhile, defending champion and top seed Jannik Sinner (Italy) started his campaign strongly, defeating Nicolas Jarry (Chile) 7-6 (7/2), 7-6 (7/5), 6-1. Third seed Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) also advanced easily, beating Alexander Shevchenko (Kazakhstan) 6-1, 5-7, 6-1.

Novak Djokovic, aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, overcame a tough challenge from Nishesh Basavareddy, an American player of Telugu descent, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2. The seven-time Australian Open champion, coached by Andy Murray, dropped the first set before rallying to victory.

In the women’s singles, second seed Iga Swiatek (Poland) cruised to a straight-sets victory over Katerina Siniakova (Czech Republic), 6-3, 6-4. Third seed Coco Gauff (USA) also advanced, beating 2020 champion Sofia Kenin. However, 16th seed Ostapenko and 21st ranked Azarenka suffered early exits. Other notable victors include Jessica Pegula, Diana Schneider, Elina Svitolina, and Naomi Osaka.

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