The AO Wrap

Carlos Alcaraz has produced a jaw dropping performance against the last Aussie standing, Alex de Minaur, to progress to his first Australian Open semi final. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas recap the quarter finals, including Elina Svitolina’s return to form against a shaky Coco Gauff. AO Radio’s Nat Edwards unpacks Aryna Sabalenka’s win over American teen Iva Jovic, plus Alex Zverev’s big win over Learner Tien, on The Evening Serve. We also look ahead to the tennis quarterfinals ahead on Day 11.
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Ben Shelton has smashed his way into the 2026 Australian Open quarterfinals, sending Casper Ruud packing. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas unpack Iga Swiatek’s chances against Elena Rybakina after dismantling Aussie qualifier Maddison Inglis. And Jannik Sinner dispatches fellow Italian Luciano Darderi. AO Radio’s Nat Edwards recaps a showdown between mates as Jessica Pegula knocks out defending champion Madison Keys, on The Evening Serve. We also preview the quarterfinals ahead on Day 10.
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The second week of the 2026 Australian Open kicks off, with Brett Thomas and Alexia MItchell recapping some surprising results on Day 8. Alex de Minaur unlocks a new level against Alexander Bublik, Elina Svitolina teaches Mirra Andreeva a lesson, and Learner Tien dishes out the bagels to Daniil Medvedev. While AO Radio’s Nat Edwards takes you through Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka’s matches, plus the jaw dropping performance of Iva Jovic on The Evening Serve. We also preview the epic tennis matches ahead on Day 9.
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Two-time champion Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open, giving Australia’s Maddison Inglis a spot in the second week. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas unpack the red hot drama from Day 7 at Melbourne Park, where Jannik Sinner was on the ropes, and Novak Djokovic ended up in hot water during his 400th grand slam win. We say ‘so long, Stan Wawrinka’… the 2014 champion’s dream run comes to an end, while Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina chase their first Australian crowns. And AO Radio’s Nat Edwards takes you through the earlier matches, including some in-form Americans on The Evening Serve. Plus, a preview of the fourth round tennis blockbusters on Day 8.
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Alex de Minaur has fended off Frances Tiafoe to progress to a fourth round showdown against Alexander Bublik. The kids are alright – Iva Jovic, Mirra Andreeva and Victoria Mboko progress to the Australian Open fourth round, while it’s business as usual for Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas run you through the night’s events and pick the matches to watch on Day 7. While AO Radio’s Nat Edwards unpacks the controversial behaviour of Yulia Putintseva on The Evening Serve, as Daniil Medvedev creates another Melbourne Park miracle.
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