In the highly anticipated first-round match of the 2026 Australian Open, Leylah Annie Fernandez will face Janice Tjen. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday, January 17. Fernandez, currently ranked No. 22, enters as a strong favorite with betting odds of -285. In contrast, Tjen, ranked No. 56, is considered the underdog at +210.
Match Details
- Tournament: Australian Open
- Round: Round of 128
- Date: January 17, 2026
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Court Surface: Hard
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to the latest betting odds, Fernandez boasts a 74 percent probability of winning. Here’s a summary of the current odds:
- Fernandez Odds to Win: -285
- Tjen Odds to Win: +210
- Fernandez Odds to Win Tournament: +15000
- Tjen Odds to Win Tournament: +40000
Player Performance and Statistics
Fernandez has recently shown impressive form, achieving a 23-16 match record on hard courts in the past year. She has secured wins in two tournaments on this surface, with the following stats:
- Return games won: 33.2%
- Service games won: 72.0%
- Break points won: 44.6% (129 out of 289)
Recently, she faced a setback, losing in the Round of 32 at the Adelaide International to Diana Shnaider.
Tjen has also performed well, has a 15-6 record in hard court tournaments and claimed one title during this period. Here are her key statistics:
- Service games won: 75.9% (167 out of 220)
- Return games won: 35.3% (83 out of 235)
- Break points won: 45.2% (76 out of 168)
However, Tjen was eliminated in the Round of 32 at the Hobart International, facing a defeat against Iva Jovic.
This matchup promises to be an exciting encounter as both players aim to advance in the tournament. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+ or through streaming on Fubo.
