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Jessica Pegula reveals special motivation behind beating Madison Keys as defending Australian Open champion exits

January 26, 2026

Jessica Pegula defeated defending champion Madison Keys in the fourth round of the Australian Open, winning 6-3, 6-4. This victory advances Pegula to the quarter-finals, where she will face Amanda Anisimova, and marks a significant win for Pegula as she showcases her tactical prowess against a close friend and fellow podcast host.

Jessica Pegula reveals special motivation behind beating Madison Keys as defending Australian Open champion exits

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Jessica Pegula defeated Madison Keys 6-3, 6-4 in the fourth round of the Australian Open.
Pegula is the sixth seed and has not dropped a set in the tournament so far.
The victory eliminates defending champion Keys from the tournament.
Pegula and Keys co-host 'The Player's Box' podcast together.
Pegula will face Amanda Anisimova in the quarter-finals.

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Jessica Pegula reveals special motivation behind beating Madison Keys as defending Australian Open champion exits

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