Australian Open: World number one Swiatek crashes out after shock loss to Noskova

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World number one Iga Swiatek has been eliminated from the Australian Open after a stunning loss to 19-year-old Linda Noskova.

Swiatek claimed the first set of the third round clash before Noskova’s remarkable comeback to win 3-6 6-3 6-4.

The Pole was guilty of several forehand errors as she struggled to contain her opponent in the last two sets.

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Czech teenager Noskova will now face 19th seed Elina Svitolina who beat Viktorija Golubic 6-2 6-3. It will be her first-ever round of 16 (fourth round) match at a major tournament.

Swiatek joins Elena Rybakina and Ons Jabeur as some of the top-rated players with early exits.

“I was a little shaky, obviously I didn’t hit two first serves but I pulled out an ace but it’s tough sometimes to bring it,” said Noskova.

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“[My team] help me a lot, they were supporting me and I’m so glad I can have this for all of us.”