31: 2025 Australian Open: Semifinals Recap & Final Predictions | Something Major | EP 31

The stage is set for blockbuster finale down under. In our Australian Open semifinal recap, Sam and Steve discuss Novak Djokovic’s unexpected withdrawal against Alexander Zverev, the bizarre boos from the home crowd during his exit and Jannik Sinner’s commanding win over Ben Shelton.

The boys dive into Aryna Sabalenka's comfortable win over Paula Badosa, and Madison Keys' impressive upset over World No. 2 Iga Swiatek. Can Keys capture her first major title, despite the haunting experience of an accidental midnight Facetime from Sam right after her semifinal win?

Plus, the team dives into the stakes of the ultimate pickleball showdown, answer some fan questions and offer their bold predictions for Sunday’s finals!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:30) Australian Open Men’s Semi-finals Breakdown

(01:40) Zverev vs. Djokovic: Novak Retires After One Set

(04:59) Why Did the Aussie Crowd Boo Djokovic?

(07:05) Sinner vs. Shelton: Jannik Advances to the Final

(12:17) The Australian Open Men’s Final: Sinner vs. Zverev

(13:16) Can Zverev Win His First Grand Slam?

(15:16) Predictions: Jannik or Sascha?

(16:18) Women’s Semi-finals: Sabalenka vs. Badosa

(17:18) Paula Badosa’s Remarkable Comeback

(18:24) Aryna Sabalenka’s Mentality Shift

(19:52) Keys vs. Swiatek: The Match of the Tournament

(20:16) Sam Accidentally FaceTimes Madison Keys

(22:14) Steve’s Take on Madison Keys

(25:42) Sabalenka vs. Keys: Women’s Final Preview

(29:12) Snake Draft Update: The Pickleball Showdown

(32:13) Fan Questions: Playing Day vs. Night Sessions in Australia

(33:45) How Do Players Receive Their Prize Money?

(35:05) Final Trivia Question

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