I 've played this tournament with so many injuries and was able to come out on top . ` Serena Williams survives injury crisis to reach Australian Open second round . The third seed beat Edina Gallovits - Hall 6 - 0 6 - 0 despite injuring her right shoulder . Defending champion Victoria Azarenka battles to win against Monica Niculescu . Roger Federer and Andy Murray cruise to first - round wins in men 's draw .
Serena Williams survives injury crisis to reach Australian Open second round . The third seed beat Edina Gallovits - Hall 6 - 0 6 - 0 despite injuring her right shoulder . Defending champion Victoria Azarenka battles to win against Monica Niculescu . Roger Federer and Andy Murray cruise to first - round wins in men 's draw .