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Jan 2025
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Aus Open Day 11 - Sizzling semis set

David Law, Catherine Whitaker, Matt Roberts
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Catherine, David and Matt wrap up Day 11 at the Australian Open as the singles semi-final line-ups were completed. 

Part one - Women’s Results. Swiatek keeps up incredible form to beat Navarro and set up semi-final clash with Keys. Double bounce controversy.  

Part two (from 26m15s) - Men’s Results. Sinner demolishes De Minaur yet again, Shelton fights past Sonego in an entertaining match. 

Part three (from 41m51s) - Ben Shelton calls out the broadcasters and on court interviews, plus women’s semi-finals preview. 


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