Fast-rising British star Jacob Fearnley kept his focus and composure to beat an ailing Nick Kyrgios on the home favourite's long-awaited comeback at the Australian Open.
Fearnley, 23, cruised to a 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 7-6 (7-2) victory in the first overseas Grand Slam match of his fledgling career.
Former Wimbledon finalist Kyrgios was making his first appearance at Melbourne Park since 2022 after a string of serious injuries.
But his return was ruined as the Scot, who only left university last April, took full advantage of his opponent's physical issues in their highly-anticipated first-round match.