Andrey Rublev Overcomes Alex de Minaur in an Epic Seven-Set Battle
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Rublev's Perfect Start to the Season Continues After a Fierce Battle in Melbourne
World No. 2 Andrey Rublev has extended his perfect start to the 2024 season after defeating World No. 10 Alex de Minaur in a thrilling fourth-round match at the Australian Open. Rublev's victory comes despite a hostile home crowd and a rollercoaster five-set battle that lasted over four hours.
The match saw Rublev take the first set 6-4, but de Minaur fought back to win the second and third sets 6-7 and 5-7, respectively. Rublev responded by winning the fourth set 6-7, but de Minaur stayed resilient and took the fifth set 4-7. In a dramatic turn of events, Rublev stormed back to win the final two sets 6-3 and 6-0, showcasing his incredible resilience and determination.
Rublev's victory extends his winning streak to 8-0 this season and further solidifies his position as one of the top contenders for the Australian Open title. He will next face Jannik Sinner, who also advanced to the quarterfinals with a straight-sets victory in the first round.
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