Madison Keys defeats Swiatek in instant classic to reach Australian Open final
- American emerges victorious with 5-7, 6-1, 7-6 (8) victory
- In second grand slam final of career against Sabalenka
As Madison Keys stared down a match point deep in the final set of one of the most extraordinary matches of her career, she had ample reason to slump her shoulders and lament the crushing defeat that seemed to be imminent.
From a set down, Keys had rallied brilliantly, dragging herself back into contention with some of the most destructive, daring shotmaking exhibited all tournament. In the breathless final set that followed, when she was so often on the brink of defeat, the 19th seed continually found the courage and heart to force her way back into the match.
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