A few hours ago Iga Swiatek dropped just three games as she breezed past Emma Navarro to reach the Australian Open semi-finals and continue her bid for a maiden Melbourne title. Five-time major winner Swiatek was ruthless in a 6-1 6-2 victory over eighth seed Navarro.

Alex de Minaur is facing off with top seed and defending champion Jannik Sinner for a spot in the Australian Open semifinals against American Ben Shelton. Follow live.

The Australian Open 2025 semi-finals are set, with Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek delivering commanding performances to secure their spots. Sinner overpowered Alex de Minaur in straight sets, while Swiatek continued her dominant run with another clinical win.

The defending champion quickly dismissed the home favorite, entertaining the crowd with a lengthy post-match interview before taking on Ben Shelton.

Lorenzo Sonego will take on American Ben Shelton in the other men’s quarter-final on Jan 22. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Alex de Minaur said a humbling defeat by Jannik Sinner in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Wednesday felt like a slap across the face after a period of improvement in which he emerged as his nation's best hope of ending a major drought.

The Australian Open quarter-finals are heating up as Jannik Sinner, battling illness, faces Australia's Alex De Minaur. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek enters her match free of doping appeals. Experienced players Madison Keys and Elina Svitolina also showcase their adaptability in women's top matches.

The quarterfinals are underway at Melbourne Park, as rumours abound about Jannik Sinner's health ahead of his clash with Alex de Minaur. Follow live.

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World tennis No.1 Jannik Sinner is reportedly seriously ill with pneumonia, ahead of his crucial clash against Alex de Minaur.

Day 9 of the Australian Open is in the books with Australian Alex de Minaur advancing into the quarterfinals for the first time.