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Ostapenko's Dramatic Win Over Tomljanović at Australian Open Sparks Controversy

Ajla Tomljanović - Australian Open - Clara Tauson - Grigor Dimitrov - Jelena Ostapenko - Storm Hunter - Thanasi Kokkinakis - Victoria Azarenka

Drama on the court as Jelena Ostapenko defeats Ajla Tomljanović in a nail-biting match!

Jelena Ostapenko caused a stir at the Australian Open with a dramatic victory over Ajla Tomljanović. In a match filled with ups and downs, Ostapenko's resilience proved too much for Tomljanović to handle, resulting in a three-set battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the loss, Tomljanović expressed gratitude for being able to compete after overcoming a major injury, adding an emotional touch to the intense showdown.

On the men's side, Grigor Dimitrov showcased his prowess by defeating Thanasi Kokkinakis decisively, sending a clear message to the top contenders in the tournament. Dimitrov's authoritative performance raised eyebrows and solidified his position as a serious threat at the Australian Open.

As Ostapenko advances to the next round to face the winner between Clara Tauson and Victoria Azarenka, Australian fans rallied behind their remaining hope, Storm Hunter, after Tomljanović's exit. Meanwhile, off the court, Ostapenko stirred controversy by dismissing her entire coaching box during her match against Tomljanović, earning criticism and the label of a 'spoilt brat' from some spectators.

In a tournament filled with intense matches and unexpected twists, Ostapenko's fiery victory and Dimitrov's dominant display have left tennis enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the next chapter of the Australian Open.

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Comeback too far as Ajla Tomljanović loses to Jelena Ostapenko in ... (The Guardian)

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Tomljanovic title run at Open ended by rival Ostapenko (Illawarra Mercury)

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Classy Dimitrov knocks Kokkinakis out of tournament (The Age)

Grigor Dimitrov has sent a warning shot to the Australian Open's top title contenders with an authoritative second-round victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis.

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Australian Open: Ostapenko knocks out Tomljanovic to move into ... (Tennis Majors)

Jelena Ostapenko beat Ajla Tomljanovic 6-0, 3-6, 6-4 and will play the winner of the match between Clara Tauson and Victoria Azarenka in the next round.

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LIVE: Kokkinakis denied dream run by Dimitrov (Wide World of Sports)

Welcome to our live coverage of day five from the Australian Open, where three Aussies play in the singles...

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One Aussie left after Tomljanovic falls to Ostapenko after fightback (The Australian)

Storm Hunter is the last remaining local hope in the Australian Open women's draw after Ajla Tomljanovic fell at the second hurdle in her return to ...

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Australian Open star branded a 'spoilt brat' after entire coaching box ... (GB News)

Jelena Ostapenko's tantrum on court in sending everyone in her box packing midway through her win over Ajla Tomljanovic hasn't gone down well with some ...

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