Hey tennis fans! 🎾 Some of your favorite players are making big moves at the Brisbane International!
Djokovic Beats Monfils
Novak Djokovic from Serbia, one of the top seeds, won his match against Gael Monfils from France. He won 6-3, 6-3 in just over an hour. This win means Djokovic has beaten Monfils 20 times in a row! That’s an amazing streak! 🌟
Djokovic is now one step closer to winning his 100th career singles title. He said, “I’ve never won the Brisbane International. Hopefully this is the year, that’s why I’m here.” Sounds like he’s super motivated! 💪
Sabalenka Moves Forward
Aryna Sabalenka from Belarus, who is currently ranked world No.1 and is the reigning Australian Open champion, also made it to the quarterfinals. She had a tough match against Yulia Putintseva from Kazakhstan but won 7-6 (2), 6-4. The match lasted almost two hours! 😮
Since the start of 2023, Sabalenka has been on fire in Australia, winning many matches and showing great skill. She’s definitely a player to watch! 🔥
Yuan Yue’s Journey Ends
China’s Yuan Yue played against Anhelina Kalinina from Ukraine but lost 6-1, 6-4. Even though she didn’t win, getting to this stage is a big achievement! Keep going, Yuan Yue! 🌟
What’s Next?
Djokovic will play against Reilly Opelka from the United States in the quarterfinals. It’s their first time playing each other! Sabalenka will face Marie Bouzkova from the Czech Republic. Exciting matches ahead! 🙌
Also, the men’s reigning champion, Grigor Dimitrov from Bulgaria, will play against Jordan Thompson from Australia. Stay tuned for more tennis action! 🎾
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Djokovic, Sabalenka reach Brisbane quarterfinals, China's Yuan Yue out
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