Served with Andy Roddick AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026: Quarterfinals Preview & Day 9 Recap
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Jan 26, 2026 A lively recap of Day 9 at Melbourne Park, highlighting Musetti’s win over Fritz and surprise runs like Pagulа’s. Big-name performances from Sinner, Gauff, Swiatek and Shelton get attention. Preview of the most intriguing quarterfinal matchups, including Sabalenka vs Jovic and Novak vs Musetti. Light off-court moments and locker-room anecdotes round out the conversation.
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Pegula's Underrated Run
- Jess Pegula has quietly improved through the tournament and now looks like a genuine contender.
- Andy Roddick notes she has been "undersold" compared to bigger names taking up airtime.
Świątek's Rhythm Control
- Iga Świątek can smother big hitters by neutralizing rhythm and attacking second serves.
- Roddick suggests Świątek's consistency explains her repeated dominance over Robačkina.
Quarterfinal Feels Like A Final
- Iga vs Robačkina feels like a heavyweight quarterfinal despite being early in the draw.
- Both players appear to be hitting peak form, making the match unusually significant for a QF.