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Australian Open Day 5 live: Crowds act of treason draws the ire
John Millman has delivered both barrels to the crowd at the Australian Open for their treatment in the direction of an Aussie star.
Welcome to news.com.au’s live coverage of Day 5 of the Australian Open from Melbourne Park.
After a strong start to the grand slam it was a tough day on Wednesday for the local contingent, with four Australians including Thanasi Kokkinakis losing in a five-set heartbreaker.
The good news story was Aussie Alexander Vukic, who defeated highly rated 22nd seed Sebastian Korda in five sets to reach the first round.
Alex de Minaur is back in action this afternoon against American Tristan Boyer and Destanee Aiava takes on Danielle Collins.
Jannik Sinner plays Australian Tristan Schoolkate tonight on Rod Laver Arena.
All eyes will be on Kokkinakis, who is scheduled to play doubles with Nick Kyrgios tonight. But the Special Ks’ campaign could be over before it even begins with Kokkinakis battling injuries.
Originally published as Australian Open Day 5 live: Crowds act of treason draws the ire
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