Australian Open: Andrey Rublev downs Dominic Thiem; Taylor Fritz battles past Basilashvili

Melbourne [Australia], January 17 (ANI): Andrey Rublev produce a stunning performance to advance into the second round of the ongoing Australian Open defeating Dominic Thiem in the opening round here at the John Cain Arena on Tuesday.

In a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory, the fifth-seeded player followed a familiar game plan as he dominated the match with his booming forehand and serve.

Thiem displayed intense competition, although