Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka fought hard to overcome Denmark's Clara Tauson in a tough match, securing a 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 win and advancing to the second week of the Australian Open. Sabalenka battled serving issues and a determined Tauson,

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka said her struggles on serve in her gruelling win over Carla Tauson in the third round of the Australian Open on Friday were down to gusty conditions that weakened one of her most powerful weapons.

Australian Open 2025 sees some of the bigwigs in action today at Melbourne Park including India's Rohan Bopanna. The Indian tennis veteran is in Mixed Doubles action. Moreover, Carlos Alcaraz will take the court as well as well Novak Djokovic.

Highlights of the sixth day of the Australian Open on Friday (all times GMT): 0251 SABALENKA ADVANCES AT TAUSON'S EXPENSE Top seed and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the fourth round after beating Denmark's Clara Tauson 7-6(5) 6-4 in a see-saw encounter.

The sixth day of the Australian Open in Melbourne Park started under clear skies with a pleasant temperature. Key players like Aryna Sabalenka, Naomi Osaka, and Novak Djokovic participated in heated matches,

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Aryna Sabalenka secured a solid win against Clara Tauson, 7-6(3), 6-4, in a tough battle marked by errors. The two-time defending champion had a challenging time facing the Danish player but showcased her experience and composure to seal the victory and remain on track for the triple crown.

Osaka, who won the last of her four Grand Slam trophies at Melbourne Park in 2021 ... be in Auckland and grabbed a double break against Tauson with powerful hitting on both flanks in the opening ...

Osaka won the opening set 6-4 in Sunday's final, but was forced to retire hurt after taking a medical time out, handing the title to Clara Tauson

Naomi Osaka's Australian Open campaign is in doubt after the former world No.1 suffered an abdominal injury in the Auckland Classic final.

Naomi Osaka's quest for a first title in four years ended in heartbreak as the former world number one retired with an injury after winning the opening set of the Auckland Classic final against Denmark's Clara Tauson on Sunday.

While there have been plenty of surprises in the men’s bracket so far, most of the top women have progressed through the draw without an issue.