Served with Andy Roddick AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026 DAY 8: Alcaraz & Sabalenka Roll, Mboko & Medvedev Fall, and more
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Jan 25, 2026 A fast-paced recap of Day 8 at the Australian Open with match shocks, breakout teenagers, and surprise upsets. They highlight big wins from top seeds and discuss clutch moments, coaching impacts, and tactical matchups. The conversation also spotlights rising young players and how early results reshape the draw moving forward.
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Matchups Trump Rankings
- Daniil Medvedev is more reliable than Bublik in big matches but lacks Bublik's upside on a given day.
- Matchups, not rankings, often determine who advances in slams.
Early Games Reveal Tactical Edges
- The first four games will reveal whether Jović's variety can neutralize Sabalenka's power.
- Early tactical shifts and direction changes will decide that matchup.
Lerner Tien's Composed Play
- Andy recounts Lerner Tien's disciplined shot selection and calm decision-making against Medvedev.
- He highlights that Tien rarely makes disastrous choices even when he misses.