19th January 2025 – (Melbourne) The fourth round of the Australian Open commenced on Sunday at Melbourne Park, marking the start of the second week of tennis’s first Grand Slam of the year. Matches began on schedule, with world number one Aryna Sabalenka facing off against rising Russian star Mirra Andreeva under a blazing sun, as temperatures soared to 29 degrees Celsius (84°F).
As the tournament progresses, several intriguing matchups are on the horizon. British player Jack Draper is set to take on reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz, while Andreeva aims to pull off a significant upset against Sabalenka.
Notable performances from the previous rounds include Jannik Sinner, who dispatched Marcos Giron with ease to secure his place in the fourth round. Elina Svitolina expressed gratitude for the support of her husband, Gaël Monfils, during her campaign in Melbourne, while Iga Swiatek breezed through her match to advance.
Among the emerging talents, lucky loser Lys has described his unexpected run at the tournament as “life-changing,” and Andreeva, just a teenager, confidently stated that it is only a matter of time before she breaks into the top ten.
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