Aryna Sabalenka (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Aryna Sabalenka, the defending champion and world number one, advanced to her third consecutive Australian Open final on Wednesday by defeating her close friend Paula Badosa in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2. The match took place at the Rod Laver Arena, where Sabalenka has enjoyed tremendous success, winning 20 consecutive…
Iga Swiatek of Poland celebrates after defeating Emma Navarro of the US. (AP Photo) Iga Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion, progressed to the Australian Open semi-final by defeating Emma Navarro, setting the stage for a showdown with Madison Keys on Wednesday. This achievement equals her best performance in Melbourne.The Polish second seed put on…
Carlos Alcaraz, right, is congratulated by Jack Draper after Draper retires from their fourth round match. (AP Photo) Carlos Alcaraz progressed to the Australian Open quarter-finals after his opponent, Jack Draper, retired during their last-16 match on Sunday at Rod Laver Arena amidst scorching conditions. At the time of Draper’s withdrawal, the Spanish third seed…
Jannik Sinner. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Defending champion Jannik Sinner showcased his ruthless form on Saturday, storming into the last 16 of the Australian Open in Melbourne with a commanding straight-set victory over American Marcos Giron.The world number one, who had dropped a set for the first time in 14 matches during his…