About this episode

Ben Shelton advances to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open after defeating Casper Ruud, while Iga Swiatek and Jessica Pegula also secure significant wins.

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. Check out Pod Laver Arena every day of the AO. AusOpen.com iHeart Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Alexia Mitchell, Brett Thomas

Topics covered

• Australian Open
• tennis matches
• quarterfinals preview
• player performances
• sports analysis

Keywords

• Australian Open
• Ben Shelton
• Casper Ruud
• Iga Swiatek
• quarterfinals
• tennis
• sports

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Organizations: AO Radio, AusOpen.com, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube

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