“We also had good results [on Wednesday] with two other Australian teams; Marc Polmans and Matt Romios winning in the third, and Tristan Schoolkate and Adam Walton. Super impressive playing.
“I think just having the confidence to play at home really helps them, and what a place to be able to play, at the Australian Open in front of the home crowd.
“On the women’s side I’m really excited to watch Kim Birrell and Olivia Gadecki – I think it’s a free swing for them [after tough singles losses]. They’re both such quality players and can do really well in singles and doubles.
“Jaimee Fourlis and Petra Hule won the 125K title in Canberra, and Jaimee’s made the final of the mixed doubles here so she’s a quality doubles player. But…