Kostyuk to Face Gauff in Australian Open Quarterfinals Amid Controversy
Kostyuk's comments on Raducanu's 2021 US Open draw stir debate, as both players continue their journey in the 2024 Australian Open.
- Marta Kostyuk stirs controversy by suggesting Emma Raducanu had an easier draw at the 2021 US Open, causing backlash among tennis fans.
- Kostyuk is set to face reigning US Open champion Coco Gauff in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Australian Open.
- Emma Raducanu, despite not having advanced beyond the second round in any Grand Slam since her historic win, defeats a top Canadian player.
- Kostyuk emphasizes the role of the draw in a player's performance at Grand Slams, citing the contrasting paths of Leylah Fernandez and Raducanu at the 2021 US Open.
- Raducanu makes a second-round exit at the 2024 Australian Open, while Kostyuk advances to the quarterfinals.