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Day 9: Shelton blasts Ruud, Swiatek ousts Aussie, defending champion out!

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Jan 26, 202635:33

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Ben Shelton has smashed his way into the 2026 Australian Open quarterfinals, sending Casper Ruud packing. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas unpack Iga Swiatek’s chances against Elena Rybakina after dismantling Aussie qualifier Maddison Inglis. And Jannik Sinner dispatches fellow Italian Luciano Darderi. AO Radio’s Nat Edwards recaps a showdown between mates as Jessica Pegula knocks out defending champion Madison Keys, on The Evening Serve. We also preview the quarterfinals ahead on Day 10.

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When was this episode published?: January 26, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 35 min.
What podcast is this from?: The AO Wrap. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: The AO Wrap covers tennis. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

Day 9: Shelton blasts Ruud, Swiatek ousts Aussie, defending champion out!