Patrick McEnroe defeated Boris Becker 6-3 6-4 7-6 in the Australian Open round of 128 on hard. The upset overturned the form book — Boris Becker came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Patrick McEnroe claimed a first win over Boris Becker in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
McEnroe P. took it in straight sets.