The Australian Open 2025 qualifying rounds are underway at Melbourne Park, and the competition is fierce. Players from around the world are battling it out for a spot in the main draw, and the stakes are high. One notable upset in the early rounds was Alycia Parks’ defeat to Mirjam Bjorklund in the first round.
The qualifying rounds for the Australian Open are a grueling test of skill and endurance. Players must win three consecutive matches to secure one of the 16 coveted spots in the main draw. The competition is intense, with former top-30 players, rising stars, and local hopefuls all vying for a place in the tournament.
Alycia Parks, who was ranked 103rd at the time of the entry deadline, had high hopes coming into the Australian Open qualifiers. However, she was defeated by Sweden’s Mirjam Bjorklund in the first round with a score of 6-2, 6-3. This early exit is a significant blow for Parks, who had been performing well in recent tournaments, including reaching the semi-finals of the ASB Classic.
The qualifying rounds have seen some exciting matches and upsets. For instance, Laura Pigossi of Brazil defeated Guiomar Maristany Zuleta De Reales of Spain, while Harriet Dart of Great Britain overcame Australian wildcard Lizette Cabrera. These matches highlight the unpredictable nature of the qualifiers and the fierce competition among players.
As the qualifying rounds continue, more players will be eliminated, and the field will narrow down to the final 16 spots in the main draw. The matches are being held at Melbourne Park, providing fans with a chance to witness some thrilling tennis action up close.
The Australian Open is known for its high level of competition and the opportunity it provides for players to make a name for themselves on the big stage. The qualifying rounds are just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting tournament.
Alycia Parks in 2025
LLWWW Ranked world no.68, Alycia played her last match on the 7th of January when she lost to world no.759 Mirjam Bjorklund 6-2 6-3 in the qualifications of the Australian Open (draw).
During this season the American has a compiled 3-2 match record. Alycia Parks’s best result of the present year was reaching the semifinal in Auckland.
Mirjam Bjorklund in 2025
Currently ranked no.759, Mirjam played her last match on the 7th of January when she overcame world no.68 Alycia Parks 6-2 6-3 in the qualifications of the Australian Open (draw).
Until now, during this year Bjorklund has a compiled 1-1 win-loss record.
Alycia Parks and Mirjam Bjorklund squared off just twice. Their record is 2-0 for Bjorklund.
