Milos Raonic and his failing physique gifted Alex de Minaur a spot within the second spherical of this yr’s Australian Open on a rollercoaster night time for the native star.
The 33-year-old former world No.3 was solely seven months into his comeback from accidents to one among his Achilles tendons and a toe that sidelined him from the tour for the most effective a part of two years, and his future once more now appears doubtful.
Milos Raonic concedes to Alex de Minaur on the Australian Open.Credit score: Getty
Raonic’s spouse, Camille Ringoir, was in tears within the crowd because the Canadian nice walked off court docket in apparent ache.
De Minaur had a tough time blunting Raonic’s serve early within the match, and went a set right down to trigger some pressure within the Rod Laver Enviornment crowd, however the Australian had labored his approach on prime when the competition ended at 6-7 (6-8), 6-3 2-0.
Learn our sports activities reporter Marc McGowan’s full match report right here.