The Australian Open 2024 has seen several unexpected upsets so far, with Iga Swiatek among the top seeds to fall. After winning the first set, she faced a tough challenge in the second and third, ultimately losing the match 3-6, 6-3, 6-4. Swiatek acknowledged feeling in control early on but credited her opponent’s strong play for the turnaround.
Iga Swiatek Upset: Australian Open 2024
- Iga Swiatek was eliminated from the Australian Open 2024.
- Lost in the third-round match against Czech teenager Linda Noskova.
- Swiatek’s 18-match unbeaten run comes to an end.
- Swiatek won the first set but went down 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.
- Swiatek expressed feeling in control until being broken in the second set.
Carlos Alcaraz Dominance
- Carlos Alcaraz, the men’s world number two, showcased impressive form.
- Faced Chinese teenager Shang Juncheng in a one-sided match.
- The match lasted only 66 minutes.
- Alcaraz was leading 6-1, 6-1, 1-0 when Shang had to retire due to injury.
Title Race:
- Alcaraz is vying with Djokovic for the number-one ranking.
- Possibility of a Djokovic vs. Alcaraz final as a straight shootout for the top spot.
Alcaraz’s Perspective:
- Alcaraz, who missed last year’s Australian Open, expressed mixed feelings about Shang’s injury.
- It’s the first time he has moved to the second week in Australia, and it feels special.
Medvedev’s Victory:
- Third seed Daniil Medvedev, after a late finish in the second round, beat Felix Auger-Aliassime.
- Admitted not feeling fresh and 100 percent.
- Faces Portugal’s Nuno Borges in the next round.
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Portuguese Achievement:
- Nuno Borges, beating 13th seed Grigor Dimitrov, becomes the first Portuguese player in the Open Era to reach the round of 16 at the Australian Open.
Other Men’s Results:
- Wins for ninth seed Hubert Hurkacz and 19th seed Cameron Norrie.
- Norrie to face sixth-ranked Alexander Zverev in the next round.
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Women’s Draw:
- Two-time champion Victoria Azarenka rallied past Jelena Ostapenko.
- Azarenka faces Ukrainian qualifier Dayana Yastremska in the next round.
Zheng Qinwen’s Inspiration:
- Chinese 12th seed Zheng Qinwen was inspired by Li Na’s 2014 win.
- Zheng Qinwen beat compatriot Wang Yafan in a tough match.
Australian Open Day 4 Highlights
- Alcaraz dominates Shang: 20-year-old Alcaraz cruises to the last 16 after Shang retires injured. He faces Kecmanovic next.
- Djokovic vs. Alcaraz showdown looms: Both are in contention for #1 ranking if they reach the final.
- Medvedev survives after a late finish and defeats Auger-Aliassime but admits to fatigue. Faces Borges next.
- Norrie upsets Ruud: 19th seed downs 11th seed, will play Zverev in the next round.
- Azarenka makes comeback: Wins last five games to beat Ostapenko, faces Yastremska next.
- Zheng Qinwen inspired by Li Na: Reaches Round 4 after a tight three-set battle against Wang Yafan.
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