AO Day 9 - More mayhem

Jan 22, 2024

The podcast discusses the contrasting draws for the quarter-finals at the Australian Open. They highlight the surprising upsets in the women's draw and speculate on potential finalists. They also discuss the exciting matches in the men's draw, including an intense fifth set tiebreak. The podcast mentions a hilarious on-court interview with Daniil Medvedev and shares discount codes for tennis events. They also discuss Medvedev's return strategy and upcoming challenges. The hosts briefly touch on ESPN's scheduling decision, Australian Open mascots, and express excitement for upcoming matches.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Pressure and Potential of Zhongximwen

01:51 • 21min

Confidence, Chaos, and Contrasts

22:39 • 4min

Ad-free comedy, VIP ticket packages, and a funny on-court interview

26:21 • 5min

Medvedev's Strategy and Herkach's Challenge

30:52 • 19min

ESPN's Decision and Night Session Matches

50:22 • 5min

Entertaining Stories and Excitement for Upcoming Matches

55:14 • 4min

The quarter-final line-ups are set and the two draws could scarcely be more different. In the women's draw, the top half became an even bigger land of opportunity as Victoria Azarenka was beaten by Dayana Yastremska, and Elina Svitolina had to retire against Linda Noskova.

On the pod, David reveals his best Noskova anecdote, and we also discuss how Zheng Qinwen might handle the pressure of being the favourite to reach the final. Meanwhile in the men's draw, Carlos Alcaraz dazzled on court but couldn't name a woman, Alexander Zverev won his second fifth set tiebreak of the event against the new and improved Cameron Norrie, and Daniil Medvedev put on a return of serve masterclass in a fantastic on court interview with Jim Courier.

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