The American needed nearly three hours to see off Ajla Tomljanovic under the lights.

The Pole will take on Amanda Anisimova in Saturday’s final.

The former US Open champion was hammered 6-1 6-0 by Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open.

The outspoken Australian is set to make his comeback in Brisbane following knee and wrist surgeries.

The Serbian is through to an Olympic final for the first time after beating Lorenzo Musetti.

Iga Swiatek marched on in the women’s draw, where Coco Gauff awaits.

The Australian Open has a new timetable and plenty of familiar faces returning to its blue courts.