American tennis stars are lighting up the Australian Open, with Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula both cruising into the fourth round after dominant third-round wins. Their straight-sets triumphs on a scorching Saturday pave the way for a mouthwatering all-American Round of 16 encounter.
In a standout performance, Keys outclassed Karolina Pliskova 6-3, 6-3. The victory marks her 10th consecutive win at Melbourne Park, each match wrapped up swiftly in less than three hours. Despite the brutal 31+ degree heat, Keys’ ferocious forehands and unerring serves overwhelmed her Czech opponent.
Pegula, seeded sixth, was equally clinical against Oksana Selekhmeteva, winning 6-3, 6-2. Her dynamic footwork and aggressive baseline game dictated terms from start to finish, underscoring her title contention credentials.
Friends away from the court, Keys and Pegula know each other’s games intimately from prior meetings. This blend of Keys’ explosive power and Pegula’s steady reliability could produce a classic. Tennis enthusiasts worldwide are tuning in for what promises to be the tournament’s marquee matchup so far, with quarterfinal spots on the line.