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Australian Open: Olympic champion Zheng stunned, Mirra Andreeva survives scare


Published on 2025-01-15 00:25:51 - MSN
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  • The Olympic champion and last year's runner-up, Zheng Qinwen, suffered a shock exit at the hands of Laura Siegemund on Day 4 of the Australian Open. Mirra Andreeva had to dig deep to overcome a scare by Japan's Moyuka Uchijima to progress to the third round.

The article from MSN Sports discusses the Australian Open where several notable events occurred. Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen was unexpectedly defeated by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya in the second round, marking a significant upset. Meanwhile, 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva, despite facing a tough challenge, managed to advance to the third round after a dramatic match against France's Diane Parry, which she won 1-6, 6-1, 7-6(5). Additionally, the article touches on other matches, including Daniil Medvedev's progression to the third round after a hard-fought victory over Emil Ruusuvuori, and mentions the performances of other players like Casper Ruud and Aryna Sabalenka, who both moved forward in the tournament. The piece highlights the unpredictable nature of the Australian Open, showcasing both the emergence of young talents and the fall of established players.

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