Australian Open, Day 10 Highlights: Alcaraz through to quarters, Svitolina knocks Gauff out

Carlos Alcaraz is through to his maiden Australian Open semi-final after a commanding win over Alex de Minaur, 7-5, 6-2, 6-1, at Rod Laver Arena.

The young Spaniard was in complete control, steadily breaking down de Minaur’s resistance as the match progressed. Up next, Alcaraz will face Alexander Zverev, who booked his semi-final spot by defeating Learner Tien in the quarter-finals.

Alcaraz is just one game away from sealing the quarter-final! He leads 5-1 after grabbing his second service break of the set, putting himself on the brink of his very first Australian Open semi-final.

De Minaur is under all sorts of pressure now, and it’s all Alcaraz—aggressive, precise, and relentless. Can he close it out in style?

Alcaraz has stormed out of the blocks in the third set, immediately capitalizing on an early break to lead 2-0. De Minaur looks completely off the pace, unable to find answers as the Spaniard relentlessly ramps up the pressure.

There’s no respite for Alex—every shot seems to play right into Alcaraz’s hands, and momentum is firmly with the young sensation.

Carlos Alcaraz is on the brink of his first Australian Open semi-final, leading Alex de Minaur 7–5, 6–2 at the Rod Laver Arena. The opening set was tight, with de Minaur giving the Spaniard a real test, but Alcaraz shifted gears in the second, running away with it in dominant fashion.

Now the pressure is squarely on the home favourite—he faces a steep mountain if he wants to mount any serious challenge in the third set and keep his quarter-final hopes alive.

Alcaraz, meanwhile, looks calm, composed, and in total control, one set away from making history in Melbourne.

Carlos Alcaraz is turning up the heat in the second set! 🔥

The Spaniard hasn’t given Alex de Minaur an inch, racing to a commanding 5–2 lead. De Minaur struggled to hold serve when it mattered in the first set, and the pressure is mounting as he steps up to serve again.

Can the home favourite dig deep and stop Alcaraz from closing in on another set, or will the world No.1 seal it and maintain total control? Every point is crucial now, and the tension on court is palpable.

And Alex de Minaur finally gets on the board in the opening set, trimming the gap to 3–1 after a flying start from Carlos Alcaraz. The Spaniard had stormed ahead 2–0 with an early break and stretched it to 3–0, but de Minaur showed resilience to win his first game.

Still, the Aussie faces a steep climb — he’ll need to snag a break of Alcaraz’s serve if he wants any realistic chance of turning this set around. The intensity is already high, and every point is crucial as the first set begins to swing.

And Alcaraz comes out blazing in the second set! 🔥

Picking up right where he left off, the Spaniard converts an early break to move 2–0 ahead. The pressure is now squarely on Alex de Minaur — he’s got to find a way back into this set or risk slipping further behind.

Alcaraz is looking sharp, aggressive, and in total control so far, leaving De Minaur with plenty to ponder as the second set unfolds.

What a set of tennis 🔥

Carlos Alcaraz is absolutely fired up as he takes the opening set 7–5 after a gruelling 58 minutes. Alex de Minaur was fighting to the very end, holding serve when he had to in a bid to force a tie-break, but Alcaraz raised his level at the perfect moment.

De Minaur saved the first set point with sheer grit, but there was no stopping the second — a breathtaking rally finished by Alcaraz, who found something extra when it mattered most.

A statement start from the world No.1, and the intensity is only rising from here

Hold everything — we’re not done yet 😮‍💨

Just as it looked like Carlos Alcaraz was about to close out the opening set, Alex de Minaur has produced a timely response, breaking back to narrow the gap to 4–5.

The crowd is right back in it, momentum swinging once more, and suddenly the pressure shifts to Alcaraz to serve it out again.

With de Minaur sniffing an opportunity, could this set be drifting toward a tie-break? This one is finely balanced now.

Carlos Alcaraz strikes first blood. The world No.1 finds the breakthrough at exactly the right moment, carving out a crucial break of serve to edge ahead 5–3.

The pressure has been relentless, and Alcaraz is now just one game away from sealing the opening set against Alex de Minaur.

The home favourite is staring down the challenge — can de Minaur dig deep, find a response, and keep this first set alive, or will Alcaraz shut the door here? The tension is building at every point

Here we go 🔥

Carlos Alcaraz is out on court right now, locked in battle with the home favourite Alex de Minaur, and the atmosphere is absolutely buzzing. The World No. 1 knows exactly what’s at stake — just three wins stand between him and a Career Grand Slam — but de Minaur is making sure nothing comes easy tonight.

The opening set has been electric so far, both players trading blows with real intensity, and we’re deadlocked at 3-3. Momentum swinging, nerves jangling, and not a single point being given away — this one is finely poised.

An upset — but one powered by pure Elina Svitolina dominance.

The 12th-seeded Ukrainian lit up Rod Laver Arena, sending the crowd to its feet after brushing aside world No. 3 Coco Gauff 6–1, 6–2 in the women’s singles quarter-final.

Svitolina brought the power, precision and poise — four aces, relentless pressure, and a game plan that left Gauff searching for answers. The American’s 26 unforced errors only widened the gap, as Svitolina bossed proceedings with 22 service points and a classy 19 return points, comfortably outshining Gauff’s 13 and 9.

Upset on paper. Statement on court.

Elina Svitolina is scripting a major upset at the Australian Open. The 12th seed is now just one game away from knocking out world No. 3 Coco Gauff in this women’s singles quarter-final at Rod Laver Arena.

With the first set already secured, the Ukrainian holds a commanding 5–2 lead in Set 2 — and the upset is suddenly very real.

Are we looking at the first major upset of the day?

Elina Svitolina has completely outwitted world No. 3 Coco Gauff, taking the opening set 6–1. The American now needs another turnaround, just like she produced in the Round of 16.

Set 2 promises fireworks — and Rod Laver Arena can feel it.

Elina Svitolina has raced into a 4–1 lead over third seed Coco Gauff in the opening set of this women’s singles quarter-final.

The American is under pressure early, but if her run so far is any indication, she’s far from done. For now, Rod Laver Arena is firmly enjoying Svitolina’s momentum.

Day 10 action isn’t done just yet. Up next, world No. 3 Coco Gauff takes on 12th seed Elina Svitolina in their women’s singles quarter-final at Rod Laver Arena.

Experience triumphs young panache.

After 3 hours and 11 minutes of momentum swings and dazzling shot-making, world No. 3 Alexander Zverev finally sealed a brilliantly competitive men’s singles quarter-final by 6-3, 6 (5)-7, 6-1, 7-6(3), ending the dream run of the ever-promising 20-year-old American Learner Tien.

It was a four-set thriller featuring two tie-breaks, but when it came to the final push, Zverev’s experience — and sheer power — proved decisive. The numbers tell part of the story: 24 aces from the German compared to Tien’s 11, a gap that mattered as fatigue crept in.

Yet this match will be remembered just as much for Tien. Pushing one of the very best to the limit, making him sweat for over three hours, the young American announced himself on the biggest stage — and this feels like only the beginning.

Playing his first quarter final at a Grand Slam event, Learner Tien is showing no signs of giving up as he continiues to stay in the game, holding his serves in the fourth set. The American is fighting it hard in the middle as the set seems destined to head into another tie break

The fourth set of the quarter final between Alexander Zverev and Learner Tien has been an even battle so far as both players have held their serves. Zvrerev has won two sets while Tien sealed the second set after an intense tie breaker. The American and  the German haven't given an inch to each othe in the ongoing set, which seems headed towards another tie breaker.

An emphatic show of dominance from Alexander Zverev, who storms through Set 3 6–1 against Learner Tien. The young American is now getting a real taste of what it means to battle a world No. 3 at this level.

The first two sets were played largely on even terms, but Set 3 told a different story. Tien looked short of energy in his cross-court movement — perhaps tired legs creeping in — and Zverev pounced instantly, showing zero mercy once that opening appeared.

Can Tien summon another comeback? Or has the physical toll finally caught up with him, making it too much to do it twice in the same match? 

Alexander Zverev has shifted into top gear in Set 3, and Learner Tien is feeling the full force of it.

The world No. 3 races into a 4–1 lead, and in stark contrast to the opening exchanges, this set is beginning to tilt one-way despite the 20-year-old’s gritty resistance. 

Is this now a battle of energy levels — one that Zverev is firmly winning? If so, it’s an impressive gear change at a crucial moment.

Learner Tien has finally done it. The 20-year-old American kickstarts his comeback by taking Set 2 7–6(5) against Alexander Zverev.

What a contest this is turning into. Zverev looks confused, jaded, even frustrated — while Rod Laver Arena is on its feet and absolutely loving the drama.

Zverev vs Tien now locked at 6–3, 6(5)–7. It’s game on. From here, it’s a battle of panache, nerve, and energy levels — and we might be settling in for the long haul.

As many predicted, Alexander Zverev continues to trouble Learner Tien on serve, and true to the script of this contest, the German drags this thrilling second set into a tie-breaker.

Even here, there’s barely anything separating the two. No matter how this ends, this match will be remembered for a 20-year-old pushing the world No. 3 to the absolute brink — or perhaps, just maybe, even beating him.

Bounce back. Counter-punch. Repeat. That’s been the rhythm of this absorbing Australian Open men’s singles quarter-final at Rod Laver Arena.

Alexander Zverev held firm to make it 5–5, but Learner Tien responded instantly, reclaiming the lead on his own serve. We’re now at the business end of Set 2, with tension thick in the air.

Can Zverev force this into a tie-breaker with his experience and nerve? Or will the American youngster finally get his comeback rolling? Strap in — this one’s on a knife edge.

Learner Tien finally breaks through in this second set after a long grind against third seed Alexander Zverev, moving one game away from a potential set-leveller — but this battle is far from over.

Tien leads 5–4 in Set 2, yet that advantage has only sparked renewed urgency in Zverev’s body language and shot selection.

A dangerous sign for the American youngster. Who finds the extra gear now — Tien to close, or Zverev to flip the script again?

Nothing separates Alexander Zverev and Learner Tien in what’s shaping up to be a cracking Australian Open men’s singles quarter-final at Rod Laver Arena — and the crowd is absolutely on board.

Yes, Zverev has the edge after pocketing the first set, but Tien hasn’t dropped his shoulders one bit. The American youngster is going toe-to-toe with the world No. 3, trading blows and asking real questions.

Zverev’s composure and clinical touch are keeping him in control for now, but for how long? And can Tien keep troubling the German this consistently without leaving a window open for Zverev to strike back like he did in the opening set?

Alexander Zverev wraps up the opening set 6–3, his clinical edge once again telling against the energetic Learner Tien of the USA.

The pattern holds. When Zverev is serving, Tien continues to struggle on the return, unable to apply sustained pressure.

Set 2 now becomes a test of resistance and response for the American, while for Zverev it’s about tightening his grip on the contest and moving a step closer to a semi-final spot.

Learner Tien finally flips the script and makes Alexander Zverev work, trimming the gap in this opening set.

Tien holds to make it 5–3, and while Zverev still leads, this is a timely confidence boost for the American.

His serve placement has troubled the German, drawing some rare uncomfortable returns. Consistency is the next test, though — especially on the return — with Zverev now stepping up to serve for the set.

Just when it felt like Learner Tien had found some swagger against Alexander Zverev, the German slammed the brakes on. Momentum? Denied. Lead? Extended.

To Tien’s credit, there’s real growth on show — sharper returns, better anticipation, and a few looks that even caught Zverev off guard. But sustaining that intensity remains the challenge. The American youngster is hanging in there, yet Zverev’s experience keeps tipping the scales his way.

Alexander Zverev is in no mood to ease off, racing to a commanding 4–2 lead in the opening set against Learner Tien.

The German’s serve is already proving a major hurdle, with Tien struggling to find answers despite the fight still very much on in this contest.

Alexander Zverev and Learner Tien are facing off in the men's singles quarter final at the Rod Laver Arena. Zverev was the runner up at the Melbourne Park in 2025 and is still searching for his maiden grand slam titles having played three finals in his career so far. On the other hand, Tien is playing his first quarter final of a grand slam event.

Aryna Sabalenka has stormed her way into the semi-finals of the Australian Open 2026 after marmalising Iva Jovic at the Rod Laver Arena. After Jovic fought to stay alive in the first set, Sabalenka brought her A game to the fore, sealing the second set with a bagel. 

Aryna Sabalenka beats 6-3, 6-0 in quarter final at Rod Laver Arena

Sabalenka has been untouchable at the Rod Laver Arena as she has broken Iva Jovic thrice in the second set. The World no 1 has made lightwork of her American rival and is just moments away from sealing her spot in the semi final. Sabalenka leads Jovic 5-0 in second set.

Aryna Sabalenka has brought her A game to the fore in the quarter-final fixture against Iva Jovic as she breaks her serve in the first game itself of the second set. The World no 1 is cruising along nicely in the match and has already set one foot in the semi final. She leads Jovic 3-0 in the second set.

Iva Jovic tried her best to break Sabalenka's serve, saving two set points in the ninth game of the first set. The 18-year-old fought hard to stay alive in the match. However, the World no 1 eventually prevailed and sealed the set 6-3. Jovic has been giving it all to break Sabalenka's impregnable serve but the defending champion has raised her game, with the tournament now reaching its business end.

Aryna Sabalenka wins first set 6-3 vs Iva Jovic

Aryna Sabalenka has been at her indomitable best at the Rod Laver Arena, not giving an inch to her American rival Iva Jovic. She's just one game away from winning the first set and getting one step into the quarter finals. The 18-year-old Jovic has managed to stay in the set by holding her serves but the early break for Sabalenka keeps her in the lead.

Defending Champion Aryna Sabalenka is at her dominating best in the first set of her quarter final against Iva Jovic. The world no 1 has managed to break her opponent early in the mach and is cruising towards comfortably sealing the first set.

Day Session – From 6:00 AM IST

Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals

• Aryna Sabalenka [1] vs Ivana Jovic [29]

Day Session – Not Before 8:00 AM IST

Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals

• Alexander Zverev [3] vs Li Tien [25]

Night Session – From 1:30 PM IST

Women’s Singles – Quarterfinals

• Coco Gauff [3] vs Elina Svitolina [12]

Men’s Singles – Quarterfinals

• Carlos Alcaraz [1] vs Alex de Minaur [6]