From his mountain perch at the Davos conference on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump saw only a perfect world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greta-thunberg-ought-to-focus-on-other-countries-says-trump-at-davos-275938">Also Read:&nbsp;Greta Thunberg ought to focus on other countries, says Trump at Davos</a>

Back in Washington, the Senate was about to enter the heart of the impeachment trial threatening his presidency.

In the Swiss Alps, campaigners warned that climate change threatened the future of the planet itself.

But for the 45th US president, life was as sunny as the blazing white ski slopes flanking the mountains outside the conference centre.

Worried by impeachment?

That is "just a hoax", he told reporters.

"It's the witch hunt that's been going on for years and frankly it's disgraceful," he said.

Worried by global warming? Trump scoffed again.

"We must reject the perennial prophets of doom and their predictions of the apocalypse," he told a room of the elite business and political types who attend the Davos forum every year.

That organisers picked climate change as one of the session's main themes and that teenage campaigner Greta Thunberg was in the crowd did not faze Trump.

"Fear and doubt is not a good thought process," he said. "This is a time for tremendous hope and joy and optimism and action."

In Washington, fear and loathing were more the order of the day.

Trump's Republican party is all but certain to secure his acquittal on charges of abusing his power and obstructing Congress.&nbsp;

But even before senators kicked off the full-fledged part of the trial, the air was thick with Democratic accusations of cover-ups and Republican complaints about presidential harassment.

Even if Trump is acquitted, the turmoil will have unpredictable effects on an already rancorous reelection campaign. Trump will also have the stain of impeachment on his record.&nbsp;

But whether on impeachment or the climate change that scientists agree imperils humanity, Trump seemed determined to see the world through his Trump-tinted glasses.

"America is thriving, America is flourishing, and yes, America is winning again like never before," he said in a speech that sounded more like a domestic campaign address -- minus the swearing, the insults and eccentric rants about poor-quality toilet flushing and other tidbits that delight his supporters.

The applause in Davos was polite but notably quieter than Trump expects at home.

"I have never been to a session where the applause was so weak for a major public figure," said Noble prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, a frequent Trump critic who was in the room.

"It was clear that they didn't want to boo. That would have been out of tune with the spirit of Davos, but it was clear that he was out of tune with the spirit of Davos."

Not that Trump showed any sign of caring.

Whether it was the heart-stopping vista outside, the high altitude air, or just his New York real estate salesman's sense of showmanship, this wasn't a day when he was going to let the doomsters get him down.

"I thought it was very well-received," he told reporters after his speech.

"We're doing very well."

From his mountain perch at the Davos conference on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump saw only a perfect world. Also Read: Greta Thunberg ought to focus on other countries, says Trump at Davos Back in Washington, the Senate was about to enter the heart of the impeachment trial threatening his presidency.

From his mountain perch at the Davos conference on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump saw only a perfect world. Also Read: Greta Thunberg ought to focus on other countries, says Trump at Davos Back in Washington, the Senate was about to enter the heart of the impeachment trial threatening his presidency. In the Swiss Alps, campaigners warned that climate change threatened the future of the planet itself. But for the 45th US president, life was as sunny as the blazing white ski slopes flanking the mountains outside the conference centre. Worried by impeachment? That is "just a hoax", he told reporters. "It's the witch hunt that's been going on for years and frankly it's disgraceful," he said. Worried by global warming? Trump scoffed again. "We must reject the perennial prophets of doom and their predictions of the apocalypse," he told a room of the elite business and political types who attend the Davos forum every year. That organisers picked climate change as one of the session's main themes and that teenage campaigner Greta Thunberg was in the crowd did not faze Trump. "Fear and doubt is not a good thought process," he said. "This is a time for tremendous hope and joy and optimism and action." In Washington, fear and loathing were more the order of the day. Trump's Republican party is all but certain to secure his acquittal on charges of abusing his power and obstructing Congress. But even before senators kicked off the full-fledged part of the trial, the air was thick with Democratic accusations of cover-ups and Republican complaints about presidential harassment. Even if Trump is acquitted, the turmoil will have unpredictable effects on an already rancorous reelection campaign. Trump will also have the stain of impeachment on his record. But whether on impeachment or the climate change that scientists agree imperils humanity, Trump seemed determined to see the world through his Trump-tinted glasses. "America is thriving, America is flourishing, and yes, America is winning again like never before," he said in a speech that sounded more like a domestic campaign address -- minus the swearing, the insults and eccentric rants about poor-quality toilet flushing and other tidbits that delight his supporters. The applause in Davos was polite but notably quieter than Trump expects at home. "I have never been to a session where the applause was so weak for a major public figure," said Noble prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, a frequent Trump critic who was in the room. "It was clear that they didn't want to boo. That would have been out of tune with the spirit of Davos, but it was clear that he was out of tune with the spirit of Davos." Not that Trump showed any sign of caring. Whether it was the heart-stopping vista outside, the high altitude air, or just his New York real estate salesman's sense of showmanship, this wasn't a day when he was going to let the doomsters get him down. "I thought it was very well-received," he told reporters after his speech. "We're doing very well."

Impeachment a witch hunt,  frankly it's disgraceful: Trump at Davos

The work of <a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/we-expect-chandrayaan-3-to-be-a-success-isro-chief-k-sivan-to-wion-274078">Chandrayaan-3</a> has started and is in full force according to K Sivan, the founder of the Indian Space Research Organisation.

Its configuration will be similar to that of the <a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/recalling-chandrayaan-2-launch-pm-modi-tells-students-every-failure-is-a-step-towards-success-275485">Chandrayaan-2</a> and will land on the exact same location where the Vikram-lander had crashed for the previous mission.

Greenlight has been given to the <a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/new-lunar-mission-chandrayaan-3-to-launch-in-november-2020-isro-271367">Chandrayaan-3 </a>lunar mission by the central government.

<a href="http://13.235.153.162/india-news/we-expect-chandrayaan-3-to-be-a-success-isro-chief-k-sivan-to-wion-274078">Also read:&nbsp;We expect Chandrayaan-3 to be a success: ISRO chief K Sivan to WION</a>

The land acquisition for a second spaceport has been initiated and the port will be in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.

Sivan also said that although there is a possibility to send a manned mission but it will not happen ''immediately''.

For this mission, four astronauts have been shortlisted and training to them will be provided to them in <a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/russian-air-strikes-in-syria-kill-12-civilians-monitor-275774">Russia </a>at the end of January.

The astronauts will go to space in an Indian module this time.

''This mission will provide us opportunities to build a framework for both long term national and international cooperation and collaborations,'' he added.

The key focus of this mission is to send astronauts into space for a minimum period of seven days till 2022 in spacecraft.

India will become the 4th country after Russia, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-virus-us-confirms-first-case-of-coronavirus-death-toll-reaches-nine-275853">US </a>and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/is-china-myanmar-economic-corridor-turning-out-to-be-another-cpec-275688">China </a>to to send humans in space after the completion of this mission.

The work of Chandrayaan-3 has started and is in full force according to K Sivan, the founder of the Indian Space Research Organisation. Its configuration will be similar to that of the Chandrayaan-2 and will land on the exact same location where the Vikram-lander had crashed for the previous mission.

The work of Chandrayaan-3 has started and is in full force according to K Sivan, the founder of the Indian Space Research Organisation. Its configuration will be similar to that of the Chandrayaan-2 and will land on the exact same location where the Vikram-lander had crashed for the previous mission. Greenlight has been given to the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission by the central government. Also read: We expect Chandrayaan-3 to be a success: ISRO chief K Sivan to WION The land acquisition for a second spaceport has been initiated and the port will be in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. Sivan also said that although there is a possibility to send a manned mission but it will not happen ''immediately''. For this mission, four astronauts have been shortlisted and training to them will be provided to them in Russia at the end of January. The astronauts will go to space in an Indian module this time. ''This mission will provide us opportunities to build a framework for both long term national and international cooperation and collaborations,'' he added. The key focus of this mission is to send astronauts into space for a minimum period of seven days till 2022 in spacecraft. India will become the 4th country after Russia, US and China to to send humans in space after the completion of this mission.

Work on Chandrayaan 3 moving along rapidly: Sivan

Goldman Sachs said a potential drop in oil demand from top energy consumer China due to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wuhan-mayor-asks-citizens-not-to-travel-outside-as-chinas-coronavirus-spreads-275911">outbreak of a new coronavirus</a> could hurt crude prices by about $3 per barrel, countering concerns about Middle East supply disruptions.

The outbreak began in the central Chinese city of Wuhan in Hubei and has spread to the rest of the country, with 440 confirmed cases and nine deaths so far. It has also spread to the United States, Thailand, South Korea, Japan and Taiwan.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-asia-shares-feel-a-chill-as-china-virus-risks-mount-275735">Asian shares dip as China virus spreads</a>

The new virus, which health officials have said can be <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-coronavirus-viral-outbreak-forces-india-to-strengthen-airport-safety-laws-275899">passed from person to person</a>, has worried financial markets as investors recalled the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic in 2002-2003, also a coronavirus outbreak that started in China and killed nearly 800 people worldwide.

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"Translating the estimated SARS demand impact into 2020 volumes points to a potential 260,000 barrels per day negative shock to global oil demand on average," Goldman said in a note dated Jan. 21. The estimate includes a 170,000 barrels per day loss of jet fuel demand, it added.

The bank expects jet fuel markets, including cracks, regrade and Asian differentials, to be hit the most if the outbreak leads to a decline in regional air travel.

While a supply response from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries could limit any fundamental impact from such a demand shock, the initial uncertainty could lead to a larger oil price sell-off, Goldman added.

Brent crude prices are currently just below $65 a barrel, while U.S. oil is at about $58 a barrel.

Goldman Sachs said a potential drop in oil demand from top energy consumer China due to the outbreak of a new coronavirus could hurt crude prices by about $3 per barrel, countering concerns about Middle East supply disruptions.

Goldman Sachs said a potential drop in oil demand from top energy consumer China due to the outbreak of a new coronavirus could hurt crude prices by about $3 per barrel, countering concerns about Middle East supply disruptions. The outbreak began in the central Chinese city of Wuhan in Hubei and has spread to the rest of the country, with 440 confirmed cases and nine deaths so far. It has also spread to the United States, Thailand, South Korea, Japan and Taiwan. Also Read: Asian shares dip as China virus spreads The new virus, which health officials have said can be passed from person to person, has worried financial markets as investors recalled the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic in 2002-2003, also a coronavirus outbreak that started in China and killed nearly 800 people worldwide. [ Chinese Stock Market (Courtesy: Reuters) ] "Translating the estimated SARS demand impact into 2020 volumes points to a potential 260,000 barrels per day negative shock to global oil demand on average," Goldman said in a note dated Jan. 21. The estimate includes a 170,000 barrels per day loss of jet fuel demand, it added. The bank expects jet fuel markets, including cracks, regrade and Asian differentials, to be hit the most if the outbreak leads to a decline in regional air travel. While a supply response from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries could limit any fundamental impact from such a demand shock, the initial uncertainty could lead to a larger oil price sell-off, Goldman added. Brent crude prices are currently just below $65 a barrel, while U.S. oil is at about $58 a barrel.

China virus could hit oil prices by $3 per barrel: Goldman

Risk assets took a hit across the globe on Tuesday while the Japanese yen and U.S. Treasury prices gained as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-shares-swept-new-year-gains-gold-oil-prices-jumps-and-iran-trade-threats-272528">financial markets</a> reacted to mounting concern about a new strain of the flu-like virus in China. The World Health Organization called a meeting for Wednesday to consider declaring a global health emergency while authorities in China confirmed the coronavirus could spread through human contact. The mayor of Wuhan, where the virus may have originated, confirmed a sixth virus-related death.

Investors are worried about the threat of contagion as hundreds of millions travel for the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays, which peak over the coming weekend. Traders recalled the fallout from a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak in 2002-2003 that killed about 800 people globally and which China initially covered up.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/no-dearth-of-crude-oil-in-global-market-says-union-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-273737">Emerging market</a> stocks lost 1.58%. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan&nbsp;closed 1.63% lower, while Japan's Nikkei&nbsp;lost 0.91%. Hong Kong, which suffered badly during the SARS outbreak, saw its index&nbsp;fall 2.8%. The overnight chill in Asia carried over to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-oil-gold-safe-haven-assets-gains-as-us-strike-kills-iranian-commander-271901">European markets</a>. Shares of luxury goods makers - which have large exposure to China - were among those declining the most.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-asian-shares-lower-as-investors-book-decade-end-profits-271229">Global Markets: Asian shares lower as investors book decade-end profits</a>

A U.S. index of airline stocks fell 2.3% and hotel and casino operators Las Vegas Sands Corp and Wynn Resorts Ltd, both of which have large operations in China, dropped over 4%. The virus outbreak "seems to be the biggest negative," said Scott Brown, chief economist at Raymond James in St. Petersburg, Florida. "We may see U.S. markets try to spit it out because it doesn't have that much of an impact on U.S. economy."

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;fell 20.99 points, or 0.07%, to 29,327.11, the S&amp;P 500&nbsp;lost 1.13 points, or 0.03%, to 3,328.49 and the Nasdaq Composite&nbsp;added 1.12 points&nbsp;or 0.01%, to 9,390.06. The pan-European FTSEurofirst 300 index lost 0.16% and MSCI's gauge of stocks across the globe&nbsp;shed 0.29%.

In other markets, U.S.- and German 10-year government bond yields touched a two week low while the safe-haven yen&nbsp;strengthened 0.23% versus the dollar at 109.95.

"The fear is that it could be a SARS-type event, which was an economic issue," said Ellis Phifer, market strategist at Raymond James in Tennessee. "But this is all cautionary. The market is not panicking or anything."

Benchmark 10-year notes&nbsp;last rose 16/32 in price to yield 1.7795%, from 1.835% late on Friday. Monday was a U.S. market holiday. The dollar index fell 0.04%, with the euro&nbsp;down 0.04% to $1.109.Sterling&nbsp;was last trading at $1.3051, up 0.32% on the day. The Australian dollar&nbsp;dropped on the flu worries since the country attracts large numbers of Chinese tourists, who tend to be big spenders over the Lunar New Year holidays.

Some investors were relieved that U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron seemed to have struck a truce over a proposed digital tax. They agreed to hold off on a potential tariffs war until the end of the year, a French diplomatic source said.

A tariff war between China and the United States was blamed for the economic growth slowdown of last year. U.S. gold futures&nbsp;fell 0.22% to $1,555.40 an ounce. Oil prices were mixed on expectations that a well-supplied market would be able to absorb disruptions that have cut Libya's crude production to a trickle. U.S. crude&nbsp;rose 0.17% to $58.64 per barrel and Brent was last at $64.98, down 0.34% on the day.

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Risk assets took a hit across the globe on Tuesday while the Japanese yen and U.S. Treasury prices gained as financial markets reacted to mounting concern about a new strain of the flu-like virus in China.

Risk assets took a hit across the globe on Tuesday while the Japanese yen and U.S. Treasury prices gained as financial markets reacted to mounting concern about a new strain of the flu-like virus in China. The World Health Organization called a meeting for Wednesday to consider declaring a global health emergency while authorities in China confirmed the coronavirus could spread through human contact. The mayor of Wuhan, where the virus may have originated, confirmed a sixth virus-related death. Investors are worried about the threat of contagion as hundreds of millions travel for the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays, which peak over the coming weekend. Traders recalled the fallout from a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak in 2002-2003 that killed about 800 people globally and which China initially covered up. Emerging market stocks lost 1.58%. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan closed 1.63% lower, while Japan's Nikkei lost 0.91%. Hong Kong, which suffered badly during the SARS outbreak, saw its index fall 2.8%. The overnight chill in Asia carried over to European markets. Shares of luxury goods makers - which have large exposure to China - were among those declining the most. Also Read: Global Markets: Asian shares lower as investors book decade-end profits A U.S. index of airline stocks fell 2.3% and hotel and casino operators Las Vegas Sands Corp and Wynn Resorts Ltd, both of which have large operations in China, dropped over 4%. The virus outbreak "seems to be the biggest negative," said Scott Brown, chief economist at Raymond James in St. Petersburg, Florida. "We may see U.S. markets try to spit it out because it doesn't have that much of an impact on U.S. economy." [ Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (Courtesy: Reuters) ] The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 20.99 points, or 0.07%, to 29,327.11, the S&P 500 lost 1.13 points, or 0.03%, to 3,328.49 and the Nasdaq Composite added 1.12 points or 0.01%, to 9,390.06. The pan-European FTSEurofirst 300 index lost 0.16% and MSCI's gauge of stocks across the globe shed 0.29%. In other markets, U.S.- and German 10-year government bond yields touched a two week low while the safe-haven yen strengthened 0.23% versus the dollar at 109.95. "The fear is that it could be a SARS-type event, which was an economic issue," said Ellis Phifer, market strategist at Raymond James in Tennessee. "But this is all cautionary. The market is not panicking or anything." Benchmark 10-year notes last rose 16/32 in price to yield 1.7795%, from 1.835% late on Friday. Monday was a U.S. market holiday. The dollar index fell 0.04%, with the euro down 0.04% to $1.109.Sterling was last trading at $1.3051, up 0.32% on the day. The Australian dollar dropped on the flu worries since the country attracts large numbers of Chinese tourists, who tend to be big spenders over the Lunar New Year holidays. Some investors were relieved that U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron seemed to have struck a truce over a proposed digital tax. They agreed to hold off on a potential tariffs war until the end of the year, a French diplomatic source said. A tariff war between China and the United States was blamed for the economic growth slowdown of last year. U.S. gold futures fell 0.22% to $1,555.40 an ounce. Oil prices were mixed on expectations that a well-supplied market would be able to absorb disruptions that have cut Libya's crude production to a trickle. U.S. crude rose 0.17% to $58.64 per barrel and Brent was last at $64.98, down 0.34% on the day.

Risk assets slip on Chinese virus anxiety

A Pakistani couple's "theme"&nbsp;for their&nbsp;wedding doing rounds on the Internet caught the attention of&nbsp; Arsenal star&nbsp;Mesut Ozil's attention.

The couple in the&nbsp;video were&nbsp;seen holding Arsenal flags during on their wedding stage.&nbsp;

The German footballer took to Twitter to congratulate the Pakistani couple, he added that he liked the&nbsp;wedding celebration.

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The Arsenal midfielder has been in the headlines recently for his support towards Uighur Muslims in China. He condemned the actions of the Chinese government recently for their treatment towards the Uighurs.&nbsp;

His remarks led to a backlash among his fans in China. In a recent list released by China's Red Card forum that declared Cristiano Ronaldo as the most influential sportsman in China online, said that Mesut Ozil was nowhere in the list after his Uighur remarks.&nbsp;

A Pakistani couple's "theme" for their wedding doing rounds on the Internet caught the attention of Arsenal star Mesut Ozil's attention. The couple in the video were seen holding Arsenal flags during on their wedding stage.

A Pakistani couple's "theme" for their wedding doing rounds on the Internet caught the attention of Arsenal star Mesut Ozil's attention. The couple in the video were seen holding Arsenal flags during on their wedding stage. The German footballer took to Twitter to congratulate the Pakistani couple, he added that he liked the wedding celebration. Congratulations to this @Arsenal Pakistan couple Inam ul Haq and Arooj Talat Khan! 🇵🇰 Btw nice celebration in the end ❤〽 😉 All the best for you two! #wedding #YaGunnersYa #M1Ö pic.twitter.com/va3jAtDgSX — Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) January 20, 2020 × The Arsenal midfielder has been in the headlines recently for his support towards Uighur Muslims in China. He condemned the actions of the Chinese government recently for their treatment towards the Uighurs. His remarks led to a backlash among his fans in China. In a recent list released by China's Red Card forum that declared Cristiano Ronaldo as the most influential sportsman in China online, said that Mesut Ozil was nowhere in the list after his Uighur remarks.

Now, Ozil congratulates Pak couple who held Arsenal flags on wedding stage

This year's Australian Open has made headlines for one of the major upsets in the tennis world. In one such instance, Tommy Paul beat Grigor Dimitrov in a well-fought match.

The 22-year-old Paul played his career-defining tennis to sustain Dimitrov's comeback in the match.&nbsp;

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American took a two-set lead over Dimitrov, but the Bulgarian had no plans to go down without a fight, he fought back well and won the remaining two sets.&nbsp;

It all came down to the deciding set where the World No 20 (Dimitrov) was outplayed by World No 80 (Tommy Paul).&nbsp;

Paul applauded the crowd who voiced their support for him while the match was on“I've never been a part of something like that, honestly. A lot of fun playing in front of all you guys. Towards the end of the fifth, it was you guys who got me through it,”.

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The match ended with the scoreline of 6-4, 7-6(8), 3-6, 6-7 (3), 7-6 (10-3).

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“I've never really played back-to-back best-of-five matches. I guess if you're going to have a second one, why not go 7-6 in the fifth?” said Paul after the match ended.

Paul will now face Hungary's Marton Fucsovics, who beat Jannik Sinners 6-4, 6-4, 6-3.

This year's Australian Open has made headlines for one of the major upsets in the tennis world. In one such instance, Tommy Paul beat Grigor Dimitrov in a well-fought match.

This year's Australian Open has made headlines for one of the major upsets in the tennis world. In one such instance, Tommy Paul beat Grigor Dimitrov in a well-fought match. The 22-year-old Paul played his career-defining tennis to sustain Dimitrov's comeback in the match. Last year, @TommyPaul1 lost in qualifying. 12 months on, he's into the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time#AO2020 | #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/MUWRExQqRv — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2020 × American took a two-set lead over Dimitrov, but the Bulgarian had no plans to go down without a fight, he fought back well and won the remaining two sets. It all came down to the deciding set where the World No 20 (Dimitrov) was outplayed by World No 80 (Tommy Paul). Paul applauded the crowd who voiced their support for him while the match was on“I've never been a part of something like that, honestly. A lot of fun playing in front of all you guys. Towards the end of the fifth, it was you guys who got me through it,”. "I've never been a part of something like that" @TommyPaul1 is PUMPED!#AO2020 | #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/IiGYxdXjLF — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2020 × The match ended with the scoreline of 6-4, 7-6(8), 3-6, 6-7 (3), 7-6 (10-3). 🚨 UPSET ALERT 🚨 American @tommypaul1 takes down 18th seed Dimitrov in an epic five-setter, 6-4 7-6(6) 3-6 6-7(3) 7-6(3). It's the first third round appearance at a slam for Paul.#AusOpen | #AO2020 pic.twitter.com/WCmfcxK0Ll — #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 22, 2020 × “I've never really played back-to-back best-of-five matches. I guess if you're going to have a second one, why not go 7-6 in the fifth?” said Paul after the match ended. Paul will now face Hungary's Marton Fucsovics, who beat Jannik Sinners 6-4, 6-4, 6-3.

Australian Open: American Tommy Paul upsets Grigor Dimitrov

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mushroom-producer-suffers-heavy-loss-after-typhoon-hagibis-sweeps-by-257075">Mushrooms </a>can be used to build habitats in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beyond-earth-designers-give-a-peek-into-what-life-could-look-like-on-mars-275336">Mars </a>according to a suggestion made in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-spacex-launch-with-nasa-most-probably-to-take-place-between-april-and-june-this-year-elon-musk-275498">NASA</a>'s new project.&nbsp;

This suggestion was made by the agency in a video released by it on Tuesday.

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The reason behind recommending it specifically is that it is easy to transport it into space and it is also sturdy when it grows.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beyond-earth-designers-give-a-peek-into-what-life-could-look-like-on-mars-275336">Beyond Earth: Designers give a peek into what life could look like on Mars</a>

The key focus of this concept is on the mycelium parts of a fungus which comprise of branching thread-like structures.

The agency's program is called NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) and it will check the viability of myco-architecture that could use fungi to grow habitats on Mars and the Moon.

They can construct ''complex structures with immense accuracy branching out into larger structures like mushrooms,'' according to the space organization.

This concept revolves around a three-layered dome structure comprising of water and ice on the outside, a bacteria which produces oxygen and nutrients called cyanobacteria in the middle and a layer of mycelia inside which will be responsible for feeding and growing a framework for building a habitat in Mars.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-spacex-launch-with-nasa-most-probably-to-take-place-between-april-and-june-this-year-elon-musk-275498">SpaceX launch with NASA may take place between April-June: Elon Musk</a>

According to Lynn Rothschild, the chief investigator on the initial stage of the project, ''at the moment, traditional habitat designs for Mars incur huge energy costs. As an alternative, mycelia can be harnessed to grow these habitats ourselves''.&nbsp;

The scientists plan on carrying habitat build of lightweight substance preferably dormant mushrooms that can be unfolded and watered on landing.

Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nasa-counts-down-to-landing-of-martian-quake-sensor-insight-178934#mars-insight-set-to-land-178924">NASA's InSight lands on Mars to peer into planet's deep interior</a>

They will transform into a fully functional human habitat without contaminating the environment of Mars.&nbsp;The middle layer of the structure will provide oxygen to the astronauts on the mission.

The design for this concept is being prepared in California's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-secretary-of-state-mike-pompeo-warns-silicon-valley-on-china-ahead-of-trade-pact-274102">Silicon Valley</a> by NASA's Ames Research Center.

It is also envisioning a future where compact habitat can be constructed out of lightweight material with passive fungi that do not perish easily.

Mushrooms can be used to build habitats in Mars according to a suggestion made in NASA's new project. This suggestion was made by the agency in a video released by it on Tuesday.

Mushrooms can be used to build habitats in Mars according to a suggestion made in NASA's new project. This suggestion was made by the agency in a video released by it on Tuesday. Fabricating furniture with fungus may sound farfetched but it could be the future. Get the details: https://t.co/Fhyv9LFz3t pic.twitter.com/5WpVz6SaxM — NASA360 (@NASA360) January 18, 2020 × The reason behind recommending it specifically is that it is easy to transport it into space and it is also sturdy when it grows. Also read: Beyond Earth: Designers give a peek into what life could look like on Mars The key focus of this concept is on the mycelium parts of a fungus which comprise of branching thread-like structures. The agency's program is called NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) and it will check the viability of myco-architecture that could use fungi to grow habitats on Mars and the Moon. They can construct ''complex structures with immense accuracy branching out into larger structures like mushrooms,'' according to the space organization. This concept revolves around a three-layered dome structure comprising of water and ice on the outside, a bacteria which produces oxygen and nutrients called cyanobacteria in the middle and a layer of mycelia inside which will be responsible for feeding and growing a framework for building a habitat in Mars. Also read: SpaceX launch with NASA may take place between April-June: Elon Musk According to Lynn Rothschild, the chief investigator on the initial stage of the project, ''at the moment, traditional habitat designs for Mars incur huge energy costs. As an alternative, mycelia can be harnessed to grow these habitats ourselves''. The scientists plan on carrying habitat build of lightweight substance preferably dormant mushrooms that can be unfolded and watered on landing. Also see: NASA's InSight lands on Mars to peer into planet's deep interior They will transform into a fully functional human habitat without contaminating the environment of Mars. The middle layer of the structure will provide oxygen to the astronauts on the mission. The design for this concept is being prepared in California's Silicon Valley by NASA's Ames Research Center. It is also envisioning a future where compact habitat can be constructed out of lightweight material with passive fungi that do not perish easily.

Mushrooms can be used to construct habitats on Mars: NASA

The emergence of a SARS-like virus in China is the last thing Hong Kong's struggling economy needs, analysts say, as the city reels from the twin storms of the global trade war and months of political unrest.

The emergence of a SARS-like virus in China is the last thing Hong Kong's struggling economy needs, analysts say, as the city reels from the twin storms of the global trade war and months of political unrest. The semi-autonomous financial hub is currently on high alert for any appearance of the new coronavirus, which first surfaced in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has since spread to the United States and around Asia. In 2003, nearly 300 people were killed in Hong Kong during an outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), which also began on the mainland and hammered the city's economy as tourists arrivals plunged. "We are on extremely high alert and preparing for the worst," chief secretary Matthew Cheung told reporters on Tuesday. "We have not lowered our guard." The timing could hardly be worse. Hong Kong has been tipped into a recession by the US-China trade war and months of seething pro-democracy protests that have upended its reputation for stability. On Monday, Moody's downgraded Hong Kong's credit rating, saying the government had failed to respond to the economic and political demands of protesters and that China's increased influence was undermining the city's once-vaunted institutions. A disease outbreak in the densely packed city would only add to current economic woes. "This is definitely the last thing Hong Kong people want to see," said Jackson Wong, an asset management director at Amber Hill Capital Ltd. "The current situation will definitely remind investors about what we suffered in 2003 during the SARS outbreak in Hong Kong," he added. Also Read: China confirms person-to-person spread of the new virus as fourth death reported [ Citizens protect themselves with face masks (Courtesy: Reuters) ] 'Salt in the wounds' Hong Kong's stock market sank on Tuesday - with tourism-linked stocks leading the losses - after a top Chinese scientist said the Wuhan virus has now been found to pass between humans. The brewing crisis comes days before the Lunar New Year holiday, which sees hundreds of millions of people travel across China and overseas. The number of mainland Chinese travelling to Hong Kong has dropped dramatically since the anti-government protests began last summer, and there are fears the Wuhan virus will only make things worse for the battered tourism industry. "Hotel, catering and tourism have borne the brunt of the recession and now this situation is like rubbing salt into the wounds," Dickie Wong, executive director of research at Kingston Securities stated. "It will deal a heavy blow to the city's economic atmosphere. The impact of the political unrest sparked by the extradition bill (protests) has not yet ended." Hong Kong's health authorities are taking few chances in a bid to stave off a repeat of the SARS epidemic. Monitoring for people with fevers has been ramped up at the airport and local hospitals to include anyone coming from Hubei province, not just the capital city of Wuhan. More than 100 people who have come back from the region and reported flu-like symptoms have been isolated and treated, although none have yet tested positive for the new strain. - More prepared than SARS - But the spread of confirmed cases in multiple Chinese cities, including neighbouring Shenzhen, has put Hong Kong on edge with face masks rapidly selling out. Isolation wards and doctors are on standby. The SARS outbreak dramatically transformed Hong Kong into a place where the population is now far more conscious of contagion and hygiene standards. Door handles and lift buttons in the city's myriad skyscrapers are routinely sterilised multiple times a day, while an unguarded sneeze on the crowded subway can cause neighbouring commuters to scramble for distance. Surgical face masks are ubiquitous, not just in the winter flu season. Hong Kong's difficulties in battling SARS were compounded by the veil of secrecy that surrounded the outbreak on the authoritarian mainland. But specialists who are prepping the city for any new outbreak say they have been encouraged by the transparency Chinese authorities have shown following the Wuhan outbreak. "The timescale of recognising, characterising, releasing and reporting information is a vast improvement from the time of SARS," Gabriel Leung, Dean of the University of Hong Kong's medical school told reporters on Tuesday. "What did take months during the time of SARS is now compressed into a matter of weeks or days," he added.

Wuhan virus compounds Hong Kong's economic woes

Tokyo stocks opened slightly lower on Wednesday with investor sentiment dampened by fears over the growing spread of a new SARS-like virus.

The benchmark Nikkei 225 index edged down 0.06 per cent or 15.46 points to 23,849.10 in early trade while the broader Topix index was down 0.08 per cent or 1.45 points at 1,733.52.

"Selling will likely lead trading today due to drops in US stocks, and fears over the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-the-new-sars-like-coronavirus-in-china-rises-to-six-275733">spread of the coronavirus</a>," Okasan Online Securities chief strategist Yoshihiro Ito said in a note. Wall Street stocks retreated from records Tuesday, with tourism stocks falling due to worries about the virus, and Boeing shares hammered by the latest delay to its crisis-hit 737 MAX jet.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-asia-shares-feel-a-chill-as-china-virus-risks-mount-275735">Asian shares dip as China virus spreads</a>

Ito added that the downtrend particularly in Asia and Europe "could drag on" amid concerns that the virus will spread during the Lunar New Year holidays. Hundreds of millions of Chinese people travel across the country to visit family. There is also a surge in foreign travel from China.&nbsp;

Heavy selling hit <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mitsubishi-suspected-of-diesel-fraud-german-prosecutors-raid-business-premises-275859">Mitsubishi Motors</a> after German prosecutors searched business premises linked to the group as part of an investigation into suspected diesel emissions cheating. Mitsubishi Motors stock was down 4.62 per cent at 433 yen while Nissan, which forms a three-way alliance with Mitsubishi and France's Renault, lost 1.0 per cent to 628 yen.

Some department store operators fell on fears that the new virus may hurt travel demand. Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings dropped 1.16 per cent to 933 yen and J.Front Retailing was down 1.56 per cent at 1,451 yen. 
The dollar was trading at 109.89 yen against 109.83 yen in New York Tuesday afternoon.&nbsp;

Tokyo stocks opened slightly lower on Wednesday with investor sentiment dampened by fears over the growing spread of a new SARS-like virus. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index edged down 0.

Tokyo stocks opened slightly lower on Wednesday with investor sentiment dampened by fears over the growing spread of a new SARS-like virus. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index edged down 0.06 per cent or 15.46 points to 23,849.10 in early trade while the broader Topix index was down 0.08 per cent or 1.45 points at 1,733.52. "Selling will likely lead trading today due to drops in US stocks, and fears over the spread of the coronavirus," Okasan Online Securities chief strategist Yoshihiro Ito said in a note. Wall Street stocks retreated from records Tuesday, with tourism stocks falling due to worries about the virus, and Boeing shares hammered by the latest delay to its crisis-hit 737 MAX jet. Also Read: Asian shares dip as China virus spreads Ito added that the downtrend particularly in Asia and Europe "could drag on" amid concerns that the virus will spread during the Lunar New Year holidays. Hundreds of millions of Chinese people travel across the country to visit family. There is also a surge in foreign travel from China. Heavy selling hit Mitsubishi Motors after German prosecutors searched business premises linked to the group as part of an investigation into suspected diesel emissions cheating. Mitsubishi Motors stock was down 4.62 per cent at 433 yen while Nissan, which forms a three-way alliance with Mitsubishi and France's Renault, lost 1.0 per cent to 628 yen. Some department store operators fell on fears that the new virus may hurt travel demand. Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings dropped 1.16 per cent to 933 yen and J.Front Retailing was down 1.56 per cent at 1,451 yen. The dollar was trading at 109.89 yen against 109.83 yen in New York Tuesday afternoon.

Tokyo stocks open lower on China virus woes

Seven soldiers were killed on Tuesday when Islamic State-affiliated militants&nbsp;attacked a military position in northeastern Nigeria, two military sources stated.

Fighters in several trucks fitted with machine guns attacked a military position in Mainok village, 56 kilometres (35 miles) from Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state, they said on Wednesday

"We lost seven men in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/today-tonight-nigerias-bandit-conflict-274334">attack by the terrorists</a>. Two soldiers went missing and five soldiers were injured," the first source said. The second source confirmed the toll, adding that the jihadists destroyed two military gun trucks and three anti-aircraft machine guns. Borno state police spokesman Edet Okon said in a statement that four gun trucks, including two seized from the army in the attack, had been recovered.

Also Read:&nbsp;D<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/deadliest-attack-on-nigerian-military-71-dead-268341">eadliest attack on Nigerian military, 71 dead</a>

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[ Nigerian Police officer (Courtesy: AFP) ]

The assailants are suspected <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/259-people-freed-from-abusive-islamic-rehabilitation-centre-by-nigerian-police-260348">members of the Islamic State</a> West Africa Province (ISWAP), a group that split from Boko Haram in 2016 and has stepped attacks against the military since mid-2018.

The group has increasingly been abducting motorists at bogus checkpoints in Borno state, targeting security personnel, anti-jihadist militia and Christians.

Mainok lies along the 120-km highway linking Maiduguri and Damaturu, the capital of neighbouring Yobe state. The village has suffered a rise in jihadist abductions, prompting increased military deployments. Last week Wednesday four soldiers were killed and seven injured when ISWAP militants attacked troops in Auno village along the same highway, days after 11 troops were killed in nearby Jakana village.

The decade-long conflict has killed 35,000 people and displaced around two million from their homes in northeast Nigeria.&nbsp;The violence has spread to neighbouring Niger, Chad and Cameroon, prompting a regional military coalition to fight the insurgents.

Seven soldiers were killed on Tuesday when Islamic State-affiliated militants attacked a military position in northeastern Nigeria, two military sources stated. Fighters in several trucks fitted with machine guns attacked a military position in Mainok village, 56 kilometres (35 miles) from Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state, they said on Wednesday "We lost seven men in the attack by the terrorists.

Seven soldiers were killed on Tuesday when Islamic State-affiliated militants attacked a military position in northeastern Nigeria, two military sources stated. Fighters in several trucks fitted with machine guns attacked a military position in Mainok village, 56 kilometres (35 miles) from Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state, they said on Wednesday "We lost seven men in the attack by the terrorists. Two soldiers went missing and five soldiers were injured," the first source said. The second source confirmed the toll, adding that the jihadists destroyed two military gun trucks and three anti-aircraft machine guns. Borno state police spokesman Edet Okon said in a statement that four gun trucks, including two seized from the army in the attack, had been recovered. Also Read: Deadliest attack on Nigerian military, 71 dead [ Nigerian Police officer (Courtesy: AFP) ] The assailants are suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), a group that split from Boko Haram in 2016 and has stepped attacks against the military since mid-2018. The group has increasingly been abducting motorists at bogus checkpoints in Borno state, targeting security personnel, anti-jihadist militia and Christians. Mainok lies along the 120-km highway linking Maiduguri and Damaturu, the capital of neighbouring Yobe state. The village has suffered a rise in jihadist abductions, prompting increased military deployments. Last week Wednesday four soldiers were killed and seven injured when ISWAP militants attacked troops in Auno village along the same highway, days after 11 troops were killed in nearby Jakana village. The decade-long conflict has killed 35,000 people and displaced around two million from their homes in northeast Nigeria. The violence has spread to neighbouring Niger, Chad and Cameroon, prompting a regional military coalition to fight the insurgents.

Seven Nigerian troops killed after attack

An Iraqi anti-government activist was gunned down in the southern port city of Basra, a police officer stated on Wednesday, amid resurgent rallies demanding authorities implement <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraq-angry-youth-step-up-protest-at-slow-pace-of-reforms-275311">long-awaited reforms</a>.

"Civil society activist Janat Madhi, 49, was shot on Tuesday night around 11:00 pm (2000 GMT) by armed men in an SUV," a police officer said, adding that five people including at least one other local activist were wounded in the shooting.

A source at the city's forensics lab confirmed that Madhi suffered gunshot wounds. A reporter said she was part of an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/4-people-including-two-policemen-killed-as-protests-erupt-in-iraq-275553">activist group</a> giving medical care to demonstrators. The group departed the main protest camp in Basra late Tuesday, the reporter said, after which they were fired upon by unknown gunmen.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraqi-security-forces-kill-one-protester-wound-25-sources-275090">Iraqi security forces kill one protester, wound 25: Report</a>

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[&nbsp;A mourner cries during the funeral of&nbsp;Janat Madhi Hussein (Courtesy: AFP) ]

The killing is the latest in a new wave of violence against Iraq's anti-regime protests, which had waned in recent weeks amid growing tensions between Baghdad's two main allies, Tehran and Washington. Demonstrators this week began ramping up pressure on authorities to implement their long-standing demands: early elections under a new voting law, an independent premier and accountability for protester deaths and corruption.

More than 460 protesters have died since the rallies first erupted in early October, fuelled by anger over graft and lack of jobs that grew into demands for systemic reform. On Monday, three protesters were killed in clashes with security forces in Baghdad and another demonstrator died on Tuesday after a tear gas canister punctured his skull.

Rights groups accuse security forces of improperly using military-grade gas canisters - which are up to 10 times heavier than those designed for use against civilians - by firing them directly at crowds rather than into the air.

Demonstrators are outraged that only a handful of security force members have been charged with excessive violence and none of the perpetrators of hit-and-run attacks has been pursued, whereas protesters have been swiftly arrested for shutting down streets with burning tyres. Blocking roads has become prevalent this week, with protesters cutting streets and national highways around Baghdad and the Shiite-majority south on Wednesday. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

An Iraqi anti-government activist was gunned down in the southern port city of Basra, a police officer stated on Wednesday, amid resurgent rallies demanding authorities implement long-awaited reforms.

An Iraqi anti-government activist was gunned down in the southern port city of Basra, a police officer stated on Wednesday, amid resurgent rallies demanding authorities implement long-awaited reforms. "Civil society activist Janat Madhi, 49, was shot on Tuesday night around 11:00 pm (2000 GMT) by armed men in an SUV," a police officer said, adding that five people including at least one other local activist were wounded in the shooting. A source at the city's forensics lab confirmed that Madhi suffered gunshot wounds. A reporter said she was part of an activist group giving medical care to demonstrators. The group departed the main protest camp in Basra late Tuesday, the reporter said, after which they were fired upon by unknown gunmen. Also Read: Iraqi security forces kill one protester, wound 25: Report [ A mourner cries during the funeral of Janat Madhi Hussein (Courtesy: AFP) ] The killing is the latest in a new wave of violence against Iraq's anti-regime protests, which had waned in recent weeks amid growing tensions between Baghdad's two main allies, Tehran and Washington. Demonstrators this week began ramping up pressure on authorities to implement their long-standing demands: early elections under a new voting law, an independent premier and accountability for protester deaths and corruption. More than 460 protesters have died since the rallies first erupted in early October, fuelled by anger over graft and lack of jobs that grew into demands for systemic reform. On Monday, three protesters were killed in clashes with security forces in Baghdad and another demonstrator died on Tuesday after a tear gas canister punctured his skull. Rights groups accuse security forces of improperly using military-grade gas canisters - which are up to 10 times heavier than those designed for use against civilians - by firing them directly at crowds rather than into the air. Demonstrators are outraged that only a handful of security force members have been charged with excessive violence and none of the perpetrators of hit-and-run attacks has been pursued, whereas protesters have been swiftly arrested for shutting down streets with burning tyres. Blocking roads has become prevalent this week, with protesters cutting streets and national highways around Baghdad and the Shiite-majority south on Wednesday.

Iraq activist shot as protesters cut roads again

Tennis champion <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/humbled-naomi-osaka-reveals-pressure-of-being-number-one-254168">Naomi Osaka</a> threw a tantrum against Zheng Saisai at the Australian Open but offered a light-hearted apology to her racket sponsor after overcoming her frustrations to set up a third-round clash with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-naomi-osaka-trolls-serena-williams-calls-her-mom-274595">Coco Gauff</a>.

Third-seed Osaka threw her racket after dropping serve early in the second set, slammed a ball into the court and gave her racket a kick for good measure before regaining her composure and earning a 6-2 6-4 win on a gusty day at Margaret Court Arena. 
&nbsp; 
“I mean, my racket just magically flew out of my hand,” Osaka told reporters with a smile. “I couldn’t control it. Sorry, Yonex. I think that’s how I dealt with my frustration. It was a bit childish. I just want to play one match without throwing my racket or kicking it. That’s all I want.”

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/naomi-osaka-returns-to-winning-ways-with-pan-pacific-open-crown-251214">Naomi Osaka returns to winning ways with Pan Pacific Open crown</a>

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[&nbsp;Naomi Osaka offered a light-hearted apology to her racket sponsor for throwing a tantrum (Courtesy: AFP) ]

The match echoed of her tumultuous third-round win over Hsieh Su-wei at the same venue last year, when Osaka was distracted by her opponent's unorthodox technique of slices and drop-shots.

Hsieh was ultimately overhauled by Osaka and she claimed her second Grand Slam Title with another thunderous victory over Petra Kvitova.

“Yeah, it’s really tough, because you start thinking she’s not hitting winners,” said Osaka who was determined to avoid a third set against Zheng.

“You’re the one making all the errors. And you try to tell yourself not to make that many errors, but you have to go for those balls. “So it’s like you’re walking a very fine line between being very aggressive or attempting to push but that’s her game. So it’s very hard.”

Osaka was broken again after her tantrum and fell 4-2 behind, but fought off her rainclouds and shot Zheng down in a firestorm of winners.

Gauff set up a blockbuster rematch with her US&nbsp;Open conqueror Osaka by beating Romania’s Sorana Cirstea 4-6 6-3 7-5 at the Melbourne Arena. “I played her at the US&nbsp;Open so I know what to expect,” Gauff said of Osaka in her on-court interview. “I think she’s a great competitor on and off the court.”

Tennis champion Naomi Osaka threw a tantrum against Zheng Saisai at the Australian Open but offered a light-hearted apology to her racket sponsor after overcoming her frustrations to set up a third-round clash with Coco Gauff.

Tennis champion Naomi Osaka threw a tantrum against Zheng Saisai at the Australian Open but offered a light-hearted apology to her racket sponsor after overcoming her frustrations to set up a third-round clash with Coco Gauff. Third-seed Osaka threw her racket after dropping serve early in the second set, slammed a ball into the court and gave her racket a kick for good measure before regaining her composure and earning a 6-2 6-4 win on a gusty day at Margaret Court Arena. “I mean, my racket just magically flew out of my hand,” Osaka told reporters with a smile. “I couldn’t control it. Sorry, Yonex. I think that’s how I dealt with my frustration. It was a bit childish. I just want to play one match without throwing my racket or kicking it. That’s all I want.” Also Read: Naomi Osaka returns to winning ways with Pan Pacific Open crown [ Naomi Osaka offered a light-hearted apology to her racket sponsor for throwing a tantrum (Courtesy: AFP) ] The match echoed of her tumultuous third-round win over Hsieh Su-wei at the same venue last year, when Osaka was distracted by her opponent's unorthodox technique of slices and drop-shots. Hsieh was ultimately overhauled by Osaka and she claimed her second Grand Slam Title with another thunderous victory over Petra Kvitova. “Yeah, it’s really tough, because you start thinking she’s not hitting winners,” said Osaka who was determined to avoid a third set against Zheng. “You’re the one making all the errors. And you try to tell yourself not to make that many errors, but you have to go for those balls. “So it’s like you’re walking a very fine line between being very aggressive or attempting to push but that’s her game. So it’s very hard.” Osaka was broken again after her tantrum and fell 4-2 behind, but fought off her rainclouds and shot Zheng down in a firestorm of winners. Gauff set up a blockbuster rematch with her US Open conqueror Osaka by beating Romania’s Sorana Cirstea 4-6 6-3 7-5 at the Melbourne Arena. “I played her at the US Open so I know what to expect,” Gauff said of Osaka in her on-court interview. “I think she’s a great competitor on and off the court.”

Australian Open: After kicking racket, Osaka admits she was 'a bit childish'

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