Day 6 of the Australian Open in Melbourne concluded a packed schedule of high‑stakes tennis as the morning session wrapped up and players battled to secure spots in the tournament’s last 16. World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz continued his impressive run, delivering a commanding performance to defeat France’s Corentin Moutet in straight sets and move into the fourth round with authority on Rod Laver Arena.
In women’s singles, Aryna Sabalenka advanced after a tense third‑round showdown, prevailing in consecutive tiebreaks against Anastasia Potapova. Sabalenka’s victory extended her streak deep into the tournament, maintaining her status as one of the favourites in Melbourne.
One of the day’s biggest stories saw 18‑year‑old American Iva Jovic upset seventh seed Jasmine Paolini in straight sets — a breakthrough victory that marks her first over a top‑10 opponent at a Grand Slam and earns her a place in the last 16. Jovic’s aggressive play paid off, especially in the decisive tiebreak, as she continued her remarkable 2026 winning streak.
Men’s action was not without drama. Daniil Medvedev staged a remarkable comeback, rallying from two sets down to defeat Fabian Marozsan in a gruelling five‑set battle that showcased his resilience and experience at the season’s opening major.
Meanwhile, emerging talents like Victoria Mboko advanced to the fourth round, highlighting the depth of rising stars on tour this year. The tournament also featured other intense matches across singles and doubles as eight matches completed the day’s play under clear skies at Melbourne Park.
With the draw narrowing and competition intensifying, Day 6 provided both expected wins from top seeds and surprising breakthroughs, setting up a compelling weekend as the Australian Open edges closer to the business end of the Grand Slam.
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