Iga Swiatek continues her dominant run at the Australian Open, securing her second semi-final berth with a victory against Emma Navarro. Madison Keys overcomes Elina Svitolina to advance, while Ben Shelton becomes the last American standing in the men's singles draw, setting up a historic semi-final showdown.
Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run at the Australian Open, crushing Emma Navarro 6-1 6-2 to secure her second semi-final berth at Melbourne Park. This victory sets up a clash against fellow American Madison Keys, who overcame Elina Svitolina in a thrilling three-set battle, 3-6 6-3 6-4. Meanwhile, Ben Shelton, the 21st seed, stormed into his first Grand Slam semi-final with a hard-fought win against Italian Lorenzo Sonego 6-4 7-5 4-6 7-6(4).
Shelton's triumph ensures that the United States will have players in both the men's and women's singles semi-finals for the first time since 2009, when Andy Roddick and Serena Williams achieved the feat. Swiatek, the five-time Grand Slam champion, displayed her relentless energy and precision throughout the match, breaking Navarro to love in the first game and never relinquishing control. Even when good sportsmanship might have warranted it, Swiatek refused to concede a point, showcasing her unwavering determination. In a controversial moment, Swiatek continued a rally after Navarro's drop shot bounced twice, ultimately winning the point and the game with a passing shot. Despite Navarro's protests, the call stood, highlighting Swiatek's unwavering focus and ability to capitalize on every opportunity.The American contingent is buzzing with excitement as Keys prepares to face Swiatek in the semi-finals. Keys, known for her aggressive style of play, has reached her third Australian Open semi-final, ten years after her first appearance at Melbourne Park. She faced a setback against Svitolina in their previous encounters but managed to turn the tide, displaying her resilience and tactical prowess. Shelton, on the other hand, enters the semi-finals with a unique blend of power and flair, having captivated the crowd with his exuberant personality and captivating performances. He will face either Jannik Sinner or Alex De Minaur for a place in the final, knowing that he has already made history by becoming the last American standing in the men's singles draw.
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