Day 5: Stanimal unleashes the beast, Osaka’s war of words, Aussie’s crazy win

Stan Wawrinka has wound back the clock in his five set epic to progress to the third round for the first time since 2020, and is joined by old dogs Marin Cilic and Novak Djokovic. Meanwhile, Naomi Osaka has been rattled by an icy exchange with Sorana Cirstea, biting back in her on court interview… Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas unpack all the drama on Day 5 of the 2026 Australian Open, including Jannik Sinner’s demolition job, and the demise of the Special K’s. And AO Radio’s Nat Edwards unpacks Aussie qualifier Madison Inglis’ crazy win on The Evening Serve. Check out Pod Laver Arena every day of the AO. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.