Sinner Evaluates Kyrgios vs. Kim and Australian Exodus in Quick Hits

The Australian Open continues to captivate tennis fans, and day four brought a mix of surprising exchanges and tough outcomes for local players. Jannik Sinner became the center of attention with a peculiar question during an interview, while several Australians faced early exits from the tournament.

Highlights from Day Four at the Australian Open

Sinner Compares Kyrgios and Kim Jong Un

During an interview on the Pod Laver Arena podcast, Jannik Sinner was asked to choose between Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as a doubles partner. Sinner, the world number two, responded, “Playing tennis definitely with Nick — I don’t want to lose.” However, he expressed uncertainty about hanging out with either, leading to laughter among the hosts.

Aussie Exodus on Day Four

Day four proved challenging for Australian players, with five of them eliminated from the tournament. Highlights included:

• Priscilla Hon lost to American Iva Jovic on Rod Laver Arena.
• Jordan Thompson was defeated by Portugal’s Nuno Borges in four sets.
• Ajla Tomljanović fell to Elena-Gabriela Ruse, marking her seventh second-round exit at the Australian Open.
• Talia Gibson and Storm Hunter were also eliminated.
• Only Alex de Minaur managed to progress, although he dropped the first set before winning.

Medvedev Breaks Second-Round Curse

Daniil Medvedev finally reached the third round of a Grand Slam after defeating Quentin Halys in four sets (6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2). This marked his first progression past the second round in almost 15 months. Medvedev noted his struggle to acclimate to the Melbourne Park courts but expressed optimism as he advances in the tournament.

Weather Interrupts Matches

During the night session, rain caused a delay that frustrated fans. Social media erupted with complaints about having rain interruptions in an event with three covered venues. Matches paused when Alex de Minaur was gaining momentum after winning the second set.

Coco Gauff’s Pre-Match Adventures

American tennis player Coco Gauff shared her love for live music, revealing she attended a concert in Melbourne just days before her first match. She enjoyed artists like Aminé and others from the Flow Gnaw festival. “I just love experiencing live music,” she stated after her victory over Olga Danilovic.

As the Australian Open progresses, fans are eager to see how the upcoming matches unfold, hoping for better fortunes for Australian competitors and continued excitement in the draws.