ALEX ADAM'S

The last time Jelena Dokic advanced to the second round at the Australian Open, it was 1999. Since then the No. 4 ranked woman in the world has represented Serbia (the country of her heritage) and now represents Australia (the country where she grew up), she also is estranged from her family, battled depression and debated giving up the game altogether. For more on her story, read here.

A first round win over Tamira Paszek was a victory in many ways for Dokic. It is also a win for those who appreciate Dokic's game and beauty. As Chickipedia.com states, she has many fine assets.

Also advancing were Ana Ivanovic and fellow Serbian sensation Jelena Jankovic, Dinara Safina, Vera Zvonareva, Sania Mirza, and Nadia Petrova, among others.