8 January 2011 | Tennis Tasmania

The 2011 Moorilla Hobart International qualifying got underway yesterday in hot conditions with an epic opening match in the newly redeveloped centre court stadium.

A small but enthusiastic opening crowd saw recently crowned Optus 18s Australian Championships winner Isabella Holland go down fighting to Mandy Minella from Luxembourg in a third set tie break.  The fortunes of Australia’s rising stars improved as the day progressed with Jessica Moore and Sophie Ferguson recording wins before rain stopped play.

Moorilla Hobart International 2011 - Sophie Ferguson

All the results from Day 1 and today’s schedule can be found at the official Moorilla Hobart International website.  Live scores are available online at http://www.protennislive.com.

Starting on Sunday 9 January, tennis fans can watch free live streaming of all centre court matches.

Hosted by Peter Marcato and featuring special guest commentator Casey Dellacqua for the semifinals and final.

If you miss the live action, visit the official Moorilla Hobart International You Tube channel to watch full match replays and daily highlights.