Jaqueline Cristian Exits Australian Open Doubles Competition
Jaqueline Cristian, a Romanian tennis player, has exited the Australian Open doubles competition. On January 20, 2026, she and her partner, Anna Bodnar, faced a tough loss in the first round.
Match Details
The duo was defeated by the British-Czech pair of Olivia Nicholls and Tereza Mihalikova. The match concluded with scores of 3-6 and 2-6, after a contest lasting one hour and twelve minutes.
Background on Competitors
- Jaqueline Cristian, 27 years old from Romania
- Anna Bodnar, 28 years old from Hungary
- Olivia Nicholls from Great Britain
- Tereza Mihalikova from the Czech Republic
Prize and Rankings
Despite the loss, Cristian and Bodnar will receive an AU$44,000 prize (approximately €25,000) and earn 10 WTA ranking points in doubles. This loss came just a day after Cristian was eliminated from the singles competition as well.
Recent Performance
In the singles event, Jaqueline faced Karolina Muchova, losing in straight sets, 3-6, 6-7 (6-8). This year has been particularly challenging for Cristian, especially when compared to her 2025 performance, where she reached the third round at the Australian Open.
Looking Ahead
Despite her early exit, Cristian remains optimistic. She expressed her determination to improve her game and aspirations to reach the top 20 in the WTA rankings.
Goals for 2026
Jaqueline stated, “I want to continue the good momentum I’ve started this season. I feel healthy and ready to train hard.” She emphasizes her commitment to achieving her goals in the upcoming tournaments.
