Who is favored to win the Emiliana Arango vs Mccartney Kessler at the Australian Open (W)?
Emiliana Arango is favored to win this Australian Open first-round match with her current WTA ranking of 50 compared to McCartney Kessler's ranking of 36, though Kessler's higher seeding suggests competitive odds around 1.90-2.10 for Arango with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time does Emiliana Arango vs Mccartney Kessler at the Australian Open (W) start?
The match starts on January 18, 2026 at 12:30 AM UTC (00:30 UTC), which converts to 1:30 PM AEDT on January 18 in Melbourne, Australia.
Where is the Emiliana Arango vs Mccartney Kessler at the Australian Open (W) being played?
The match will be played at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, the home of the Australian Open, one of tennis's four Grand Slam tournaments held on hard courts.
Emiliana Arango vs Mccartney Kessler at the Australian Open (W) prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Emiliana Arango enters as the slight favorite based on recent form, having competed in the WTA 250 Hong Kong tournament in late October 2025, while McCartney Kessler was upset by Olga Danilovic 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in Hobart, suggesting momentum may favor Arango in this opening round.
What is the head to head record between Emiliana Arango vs Mccartney Kessler?
Head-to-head records between these players are not extensively documented in available sources, making this a relatively fresh matchup at the Grand Slam level where both players will be seeking to advance through the early rounds of the Australian Open.
