The Tennis Podcast Aus Open Day 7 - Are Sinner and Djokovic lucky to still be in the tournament?
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Jan 24, 2026 A heated day in Melbourne sparks debate over roof closures and extreme-temperature rules. Sinner's cramping scare and a roof-assisted rescue raise fairness questions. A near-disqualification incident after a reckless shot spotlights rule gaps. Women's matches feature a dramatic three-set reset, a withdrawal, and dominant performances shaping a thrilling Day 8 lineup.
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Heat And Luck Shaped The Day
- The day's defining theme was luck shaping match outcomes under extreme heat conditions.
- The heat rule's invocation at HSS 5.0 materially changed matches and protected player safety.
Sinner's Cramp And The Roof Rescue
- Yannick Sinner cramped badly mid-third set against Elliot Spizzirri and was physically unable to play properly.
- The roof closure and a cool-room break allowed him to recover and eventually turn the match around.
Train Specifically For Extreme Heat
- Players should prepare specifically for extreme heat through targeted hot-weather training and routines.
- Yannick Sinner tries Dubai training and other measures but may need major program changes to fully mitigate his vulnerability.