Australian Open 2024: Stephens, Swiatek Advance; Djokovic Faces Criticism

Sloane Stephens and Iga Swiatek stage comebacks to reach the third round, while Novak Djokovic's celebration draws criticism. Jessica Pegula exits the tournament, and Danielle Collins announces retirement.

• Sloane Stephens and Iga Swiatek both make comebacks to reach the third round of the Australian Open 2024. Stephens defeated 14th seed Daria Kasatkina, marking her first time reaching the third round at the Major since 2019. Swiatek, the World No. 1, was two breaks of service down in the deciding set against Danielle Collins before recovering to win 6-4 3-6 6-4.
• Novak Djokovic, despite not being at his best, has made it through the first two rounds of the Australian Open 2024. Djokovic faced stern opposition from Dino Prizmic and Alexei Popyrin but managed to win both matches. He is set to face Argentina's Tomas Martin Etcheverry in the third round.
• Djokovic's celebration after defeating Australia's Alexei Popyrin in the second round of the Australian Open 2024 has irked tennis fans. Djokovic directed his celebration at a heckler, which has led to criticism from fans on social media.
• American Jessica Pegula crashed out of the Australian Open after a straight sets loss to France’s Clara Burel. This was Burel’s first win over a top-10 player and arguably the biggest upset in the women’s draw so far at this year’s tournament.
• Danielle Collins, who lost to Iga Swiatek in the second round, has announced that this will be her last year on tour. The 30-year-old American is keen to travel less and eager to raise a family.

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