Sloane Stephens def. Barbora Palicova
6-1 7-5
Sloane Stephens defeated Barbora Palicova 6-1 7-5 in the 2026 Australian Open first qualifying round on hard courts on January 12, 2026.
Match Information
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Player Comparison
| Field | Sloane Stephens | Barbora Palicova |
|---|---|---|
| Country | USA | CZE |
| Birth date | Mar 20, 1993 | Mar 11, 2004 |
| Age | 32 | 21 |
| Height | 170 cm | 168 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | Two-Handed Backhand | — |
| Ranking (entering) | — | 231 |
| Ranking points (entering) | — | 317 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,593 | 1,422 |
| Current career W-L | 303–248 | 1–4 |
| Current career earnings | $19,431,719 | $473,460 |
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