Australian Open SemiFinal’s Time, TV

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It’s been more 22 years since an American man has won the Australian Open. American Ben Shelton is one step closer to ending the drought after moving on to the semi -finals of Melbourne, but he will have to review the defending Australian open master to do so.

No. 21 Seed Shelton is facing No. 1 Seed Jannik Sinner In one of two men’s semi -finals on Friday for a place in the final. The winner faces either No. 2 seeds Alexander Zverev or No. 7 Seed Novak Djokovic in the final to Norman Brookes Challenge Cup.

Shelton, the last American man left in the draw, is looking to win his first major and become the first Amerian man to won the Australian Open since Andre Agassi in 2003.

Meanwhile, Sinner is fighting for his second consecutive Australian Open title and third major in general. Sinner came back from two sets to defeat Daniil Medvedev in five sets to win 2024 Australian Open. World # 1 also won the 2024 US Open.

Australian Open Bracket: Full schedule, results, TV times

Shelton, 22, said he expects a “really tough matchup” against the culprit. “Any time you get to put up with the best in the world, it’s a great opportunity to improve your game and see where you’re on,” Shelton added.

Sinner, 23, was just as free to his opponent and described Shelton as “one of the best servers on tour.”

Here’s everything to know about the semi -final matchup:

When is the Australian Open Men’s semi -final?

The match with Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev is scheduled to start at. 22.30 A Thursday (02:30 in Melbourne).

Matchup between Jannik Sinner and Ben Shelton is scheduled for Friday at. 03:30 a (19:30 in Melbourne).

How to see Ben Shelton vs. Jannik Sinner

The men’s semi -finals are sent live on ESPN and can also be streamed live ESPN+ or ESPN app. You can also stream matches in FUBOwhich offers a free trial.

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Ben Shelton’s way to Australian Open SemiFinal

Tournament is No. 21 Seeds

  • 1. Round: Defeated Brandon Nakashima 7-6 (7-3), 7-5, 7-5
  • 2. Round: Defeated Pablo Carreno Busta 6-3, 6-3, 6-7 (4-7), 6-4
  • 3rd round: Defeated (16) Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-5)
  • 4. Round: Defeated Gael Monfils 7-6 (7-3), 6-7 (3-7), 7-6 (7-2), 1-0, retired
  • Quarterfinals: Defeated Lorenzo Sonego 6-4, 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (7-4)

Jannik Sinners Road to Australian Open SemiFinal

Tournament is No. 1 Seed

  • 1. Round: Defeated Nicolas Jarry 7-6 (7-2), 7-6 (7-5), 6-1
  • 2. Round: Defeated Tristan Schoololkate 4-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-3
  • 3rd round: Defeated Marcos Giron 6-3, 6-4, 6-2
  • 4. Round: Defeated (13) Holger Rune 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2
  • Quarterfinals: Defeated (8) Alex de Minaur 6-3, 6-2, 6-1

Sinner vs. Shelton Head to Head

Sinner leads head-to-head matchup against Shelton, 4-1. Shelton disturbed Sinner 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5) in their first matchup ever at Shanghai Masters in October 2023, but Sinner has defeated Shelton the last four times they have played.

Their recent meeting was in the fourth round of Shanghai Masters in October, with Sinner getting away with a 6-4, 7-6 (7-1) victory on the outdoor tough court on Shelton’s 22nd birthday.

What does Australian open winner receive?

Both men’s and women’s single masters earn the same amount to win the Australian Open. The winner takes $ 2,199 million ($ 3.5 million Australian dollars home with the runner-up pockets $ 1,193 million ($ 1.9 million AUD).

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