Nothing Major 140: 2026 Australian Open Round 2 Recap & Australian Pet Peeves | Something Major | EP 140
Jan 22, 2026
The hosts dive into the thrilling action of the Australian Open, sharing insights from on the ground in Melbourne. They dish on Australian pet peeves, like the coffee culture and loud fans. Highlights from Round Two include intense match breakdowns, rising stars like Ethan Quinn, and veteran performances. The discussion also touches on the strong showings of American women, including Coco Gauff. Predictions for exciting upcoming matchups round out the conversation, ensuring listeners are updated and entertained!
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Hamstring Injury From Pickleball Slide
- Jack Sock injured his hamstring sliding in a pickleball final and still struggled to walk afterward.
- He mentioned sitting and small movements were painful, but he kept participating despite the pain.
Record Crowds Define Melbourne Atmosphere
- Melbourne crowds and long venue lines are creating recurring complaints at the Australian Open.
- The hosts highlighted that attendance records and crowd density are the tournament's defining features this year.
Melbourne's Coffee Elitism
- The panel noted Melbourne's strong coffee culture and local belief it's the world's best.
- John Isner and others pushed back, calling it coffee elitism rather than objective superiority.