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Learner Tien upsets Daniil Medvedev in Australian Open fourth round
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In a stunning display, 20-year-old Learner Tien defeated three-time Australian Open finalist Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-0, 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals. The American's aggressive play overwhelmed the Russian, marking the latest win in their budding rivalry. Tien now faces Alexander Zverev next.
In a major upset at the Australian Open, 19-year-old qualifier Nikola Bartůňková defeated tenth seed Belinda Bencic 6-3, 0-6, 6-4 in the second round. The world No. 126, making her Grand Slam main draw debut, ended Bencic's 12-match winning streak with a display inspired by Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz. Bartůňková's victory marks her as one of five teenagers reaching the third round.
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Oksana Selekhmeteva claimed the first top-30 victory of her career by defeating 25th seed Paula Badosa 6-4, 6-4 in the second round of the Australian Open on January 22, 2026. The 23-year-old Russian reached the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time, sealing the win with a stunning angled backhand pass. Badosa, a semifinalist last year, expressed disappointment but acknowledged her struggles in the match.