Drama Unfolds at Australian Open: Djokovic Battles Injury, Badosa Stuns Gauff
The Australian Open's tenth day featured a thrilling mix of matches, as Novak Djokovic overcame physical challenges against Carlos Alcaraz, and Paula Badosa reached her first Grand Slam semi-final by defeating Coco Gauff. Aryna Sabalenka, Alexander Zverev, and various rising tennis talents continued to showcase remarkable performances.
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The Australian Open's tenth day was marked by some thrilling and intense matches, enthralling tennis fans around the world. Notably, Novak Djokovic, a 10-time winner of the tournament, had to fight through visible physical difficulties to even the score against Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals.
Paula Badosa delivered a standout performance, defeating third seed Coco Gauff to secure her place in a Grand Slam semi-final for the first time. Badosa's victory came as a sweet revenge after last year's loss to Gauff in Beijing, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Other notable highlights included Aryna Sabalenka advancing to the semi-finals despite dropping a set for the first time, while Alexander Zverev's tenacity saw him outplay Tommy Paul, continuing his journey towards the tournament's final rounds.
(With inputs from agencies.)