CAM NORRIE said the crazy atmosphere in the John Cain Arena helped him charge to the best win of his Grand Slam career.
The brilliant British No.1 abandoned his grinding baseline style and took the attack to world No.11 Casper Ruud (below).
And roared on by the vocal crowd, the last British player left in the singles extended his stay by winning 6-4 6-7 6-4 6-3 to reach the Australian Open fourth round for the first time.
The third court in Melbourne Park is the favourite arena here for Andy Murray and Nick Kyrgios because ground-ticket holders can gain entry.
Chants of "Norrie, Norrie" were mixed with the cry of "Ruuuuud" as the beers flowed.
And Norrie said: "It was good fun. It was a great atmosphere and I was really enjoying it from start to finish. I embraced the atmosphere.
This story is from the January 21, 2024 edition of The Sunday Mirror.
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