Tennis Drama Unfolds at Melbourne Park: A Day of Upsets and Triumphs

The sixth day of the Australian Open was marked by notable performances as Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz, and Alexander Zverev advanced, while Naomi Osaka was forced to retire due to injury. Other highlights included wins from Tommy Paul and Paula Badosa. Drama and excitement unfolded across Melbourne Park.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Melbourne | Updated: 17-01-2025 15:08 IST | Created: 17-01-2025 15:08 IST
Tennis Drama Unfolds at Melbourne Park: A Day of Upsets and Triumphs
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Drama and excitement filled Melbourne Park on the sixth day of the Australian Open. Coco Gauff made a strong statement by defeating Leylah Fernandez in straight sets. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev booked their places in the next round, showcasing their exceptional skills on the court.

Naomi Osaka's journey came to an abrupt halt as she retired from her match against Belinda Bencic due to injury, leading to an emotional moment for both players. Despite this setback, the competition continues to intensify, with Tommy Paul and Paula Badosa also securing victories in their respective matches.

The day was marked by intense battles and thrilling comebacks, highlighted by Davidovich Fokina's impressive win over Jakub Mensik and Aryna Sabalenka's tenacity against Clara Tauson. As the tournament progresses, the tension and excitement are sure to escalate further.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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