Alexander Zverev edged past American Learner Tien in a thrilling 4‑set battle to reach the Australian Open semifinals.
Quarter‑final result:
Zverev def. Tien — 6‑3, 6‑7(5), 6‑1, 7‑6(3) • 24 aces from Zverev • Tien’s incredible baseline fight
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka dominated her quarter‑final and is into the semis.
Sabalenka def. Iva Jovic — 6‑3, 6‑0 Straight sets, clinical performance under heat.
Melbourne hit extreme heat with protocols in play — cooling breaks and closed roofs for safety