Djokovic Shakes It Off In Shanghai, Anisimova Continues Climb, What’s New At AO26? | The Tennis

The season isn't over yet! Shanghai is bringing the heat and Novak Djokovic is on track for a final showdown with Alex de Minaur. Brie is joined by producer Rhys de Deugd and Australian Billie Jean King Cup acting captain Nicole Pratt to break down the week's biggest moments from the Asian swing. The panel also reacts to Amanda Anisimova's title in Beijing and the rise of Aussie stars Maya Joint and Priscilla Hon, and previews the Billie Jean King Cup tie taking place in Hobart next month. Plus, Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley stops by to talk about everything coming to AO26, including world-class food offerings, the star-studded AO Live lineup, and the only event where amateurs compete against pros for prize money, the Million Dollar 1 Point Slam.

0:00 - Welcome, Craig Tiley and Nicole Pratt!
2:31 - Let's chat AO Launch
4:50 - Must-see Million Dollar 1 Point Slam
10:03 - What's new at AO26?
25:33 - Anisimova on the move
30:11 - Battling the elements in China
31:48 - Novak's resurrection
32:44 - Can De Minaur do it?
35:41 - Maya still on fire!
38:55 - Hon's Top-100 debut
41:58 - Billie Jean King Cup comes to Hobart!
47:01 - Ace of the Week

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