Thrills and Upsets: Day 2 at the Australian Open

The Australian Open's second day was a mix of triumphs and surprises. Mirra Andreeva defeated Donna Vekic, setting up a match against Maria Sakkari. Victories included Marin Cilic's streak and Amanda Anisimova's smooth win. Notable exits involved Sofia Kenin, as Coco Gauff and others advanced comfortably.

The second day of the Australian Open delivered a series of dramatic matches and unexpected outcomes. Mirra Andreeva, the Russian world number seven, staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Croatia's Donna Vekic despite losing the first set. Andreeva now sets her sights on a challenging match against Greece's Maria Sakkari in the next round.

Meanwhile, Marin Cilic dominated the court with an impressive streak, winning 13 consecutive games against Daniel Altmaier. Amanda Anisimova had a smooth passage into the second round, defeating Switzerland's Simona Waltert in just an hour. However, the day also saw some surprises, such as Sofia Kenin's early exit, as fellow American Peyton Stearns outplayed her.

The day's action ensured plenty of talking points for tennis fans as other prominent names like Coco Gauff and Daniil Medvedev also secured their places in the next stage of the tournament. With many more matches scheduled in sunny Melbourne, the Australian Open continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

(With inputs from agencies.)