Henin through after scare

Former champion Justine Henin was given a first-round scare by India’s Sania Mirza on day one of the Australian Open.

Former champion Justine Henin was given a first-round scare by India’s Sania Mirza on day one of the Australian Open.

The Belgian dropped the opening set but improved to win 5-7 6-3 6-1 and set up a last-64 clash with Britain’s Elena Baltacha.

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