Maria Sakkari falls to heavy defeat against Sorana Cirstea at Abu Dhabi Open
Maria Sakkari’s hopes of another deep run in Abu Dhabi were dashed at the first hurdle on Wednesday after the Greek third seed was convincingly beaten by Sorana Cirstea.
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Australian Open: World No 1 Iga Swiatek crashes out after defeat by Linda Noskova
Iga Swiatek, the world no 1 and tournament top seed, was dumped out of the Australian Open on Saturday, losing 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 to Czech teenager Linda Noskova in the third round.
Swiatek at a loss to understand Australian Open exit
The Australian Open had its biggest shock to date when teenager Linda Noskova knocked world number one Iga Swiatek out of the competition in the third round on Saturday, and the Polish top seed was at a loss to explain how she felt.
Rust-free Swiatek grateful for demanding start at Australian Open
MELBOURNE : World number one Iga Swiatek believes the stiff tests she has faced at the outset of her bid to claim a maiden Australian Open title have helped her shake off the rust as she prepares for a third-round match against Linda Noskova on Saturday.
Iga Swiatek survives scare vs. Danielle Collins at Australian Open - ESPN
MELBOURNE, Australia — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek rallied from 4-1 down in the third set to escape with a narrow 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 win over 2022 runner-up Danielle Collins on Thursday and advance to the third round of the Australian Open.
Swiatek aces Kenin test, Ruud stays cool on scorcher at Australian Open
MELBOURNE: Iga Swiatek came through an opening test of fire in her hunt for a first Australian Open title on Tuesday (Jan 16) as the world number one battled past 2020 champion Sofia Kenin 7-6(2) 6-2 while blazing heat and blustery conditions made things difficult for players.
Carlos Alcarez Dominates On Return To Australian Open 2024 As Iga Swiatek Shines
Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek powered into the second round of the Australian Open on Tuesday as Germany's Alexander Zverev put aside legal worries at home to progress. World number two Alcaraz was electric under the lights on Rod Laver Arena, demolishing French veteran Richard Gasquet 7-6 (7/5), 6-1, 6-2 in his first competitive match of the year. The Spaniard, gunning to unseat 10-time champion Novak Djokovic from the world number one spot, was tested in a tight first set but then moved through the gears, showcasing his full range of shot-making. Alcaraz, who will next face Italy's Lorenzo Sonego, said it was good to be back in Melbourne, where he has not been beyond the third round in his previous two visits.
Iga Swiatek passes Sofia Kenin test in style to seal second-round spot at Australian Open
Iga Switatek came through her tricky Australian Open first-round clash with Sofia Kenin after beating the 2020 champion in straight sets on Tuesday.