‘It was really painful’ – Alize Cornet reveals 13 years of hurt in emotional on-court interview at Australian Open
Alize Cornet had a hugely emotional moment with Jelena Dokic after she beat Simona Halep 6-4 3-6 6-4 in the searing heat on Rod Laver Arena. The win meant that the 32-year-old – who has hinted that this year might be her last as a professional – reached a first Grand Slam quarter-final at her 63rd showing at a major. Ad/> And following the win, she embraced Jelena Dokic — conducting on-court interview duties — whose presence reminded her of one of the most painful moments of her career.