The final stages of the first Grand Slam of the year are upon us. Some pre-tournament predictions have fallen by the wayside and some are still alive. The Last Word On Tennis podcast team get together to discuss the happenings at Melbourne Park and to predict the final stages of the Men’s and Women’s Draw.
Serena Williams falls early
The team discuss Williams’ exit and what this means for the quest for 24. Other surprisingly early exits are examined too, including Naomi Osaka, Denis Shapovalov and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Quarterfinal Action Reviewed
Some of the quarterfinals have been played and the team talk about Roger Federer’s escape, Ashleigh Barty’s party and Sofia Kenin’s progress to her first-ever Grand Slam semifinal. Novak Djokovic settles his quarterfinal live in the middle of the recording too!
Predictions for the remaining Quarterfinals
Gavin, Damian and Andy give their verdicts on the remaining quarterfinals. From this, a full roadmap is drawn of who makes it to the finals and which two players will become Australian Open Champions.
Quiz, Study Advice, and Staying-Up Late Advice
Of course, there is another quiz, this time the experts begin to flounder under the pressure. Also, find some excellent advice on how to stay up during the Australian Open and whether or not to study English and Politics at University.
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