World’s top six women all grace Melbourne Park on same day as Ash Barty wins thriller – The Guardian

Ash Barty has showcased her fighting qualities on an extraordinary day of pre-Australian Open tennis at Melbourne Park. After a near year-long hiatus, Australias world No 1 advanced to the quarter-finals in her first tournament back with a 6-0, 4-6, 6-3 victory over dogged Czech Marie Bouzkova.
Bartys gritty win sent a reminder to her rivals on the eve of Thursday nights Open draw and on a day of unprecedented womens talent on display. The worlds top six female players, as well as 23-times grand…

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