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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Eleanor Crooks

INSANE: Record tv audience tuned in to watch ashleigh barty s australian open victory | Rare Historical Photos

AP

Ashleigh Barty’s Australian Open success was watched by a record TV audience as the country shared in the world number one’s triumph.

Barty defeated Danielle Collins 6-3 7-6 (2) to become the first Australian to win a singles title at the tournament since Chris O’Neil back in 1978.

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