Madison Keys Defeats Ann Li to Advance in Australian Open

In an exhilarating opening match at the 2025 Australian Open, Madison Keys showcased her dominance in women’s tennis as she defeated fellow American Ann Li in straight sets, with a score of 6-3, 6-2. The match was held at Melbourne Park, where the atmosphere was electric with fans eager to see the duo compete. Keys’ powerful serves and aggressive baseline play proved to be too much for Li, who struggled to find her rhythm throughout the match. After the victory, Keys expressed her satisfaction with her performance, saying, “I felt great out there today. I just tried to focus on my game and not get distracted by anything else.” Li, while disappointed, remained optimistic about her future matches, stating, “I know exactly what I need to work on, and I’m going to come back stronger.” With this win, Madison Keys has booked her spot in the second round of the tournament, where she will face the winner of the match between Elina Svitolina and Sofia Kenin. The 2025 Australian Open marks another chapter in Keys’ promising career as she aims for a deep run in the prestigious tournament.