Novak Djokovic's Serbian standout protege Olga Danilovic dominated Jessica Pegula in the third round of the Australian Open to a roar of support from her nation.

Jessica Pegula had a pretty good idea about what was to blame for her shock Australian Open loss as the world No. 6 lamented that the court was "so slow" while the balls were "so heavy." On Friday, the American tennis star saw her run at Melbourne Park come to an end after world No. 55 Olga Danilovic ousted her 7-6 (3) 6-1.

Day 6 of the Australian Open saw a number of big names in men's and women's singles easily advance to the next round. But one major loss was No. 7-ranked Jessica Pegula, who was defeated in two sets by Serbian Olga Danilović.

Olga Danilovic upset Jessica Pegula in the Australian Open third round to notch her third career Top 10 win and move into the second week of a major for the second time.

World No. 55 Olga Danilovic produced a stunning performance at the Australian Open, defeating seventh seed Jessica Pegula in the third round on Friday. The match, which lasted 1 hour and 30 minutes, ended with a 7-6 (3), 6-1 scoreline in favor of Danilovic.

Jessica Pegula was critical of the 2025 Australian Open's increased coverage of the player area. She also questioned the unavailability of the net machines at the event. The American tennis star ...

Iga Swiatek doesn't agree with the claim that this year's court at the Australian Open is slower and that the balls are heavier. On Friday, Jessica Pegula - who upset the Pole in last year's US Open quarterfinal - exited the Happy Slam in the third round following a shock 7-6 (3) 6-1 defeat to 55th-ranked Olga Danilovic.

Iga Swiatek continues to impress at the Australian Open 2025, making her way to the quarterfinals with a flawless record. The three-time Grand Slam champion has yet to drop a single set, showcasing her dominance at Melbourne Park.

MELBOURNE, Australia -- American world No. 6 Jessica Pegula usually loves playing ... and push her opponents around the courts. The Australian Open is her best Grand Slam in terms of consistency ...

However, No. 7 seed Jessica Pegula was ousted by world No. 55 Olga ... Djokovic — who won 10 of his 24 Grand Slam titles at the Australian Open — overcame some mid-match breathing trouble ...

Australian Open champion Madison Keys is no longer able to play at a WTA tournament in the U.S. in February, after her success in Melbourne made her too highly ranked to enter. Keys, who rose to world No.

When Pegula lost Friday, she complained of slow conditions on the court. Sabalenka has noted it as well -- but not everyone feels that way.