pace

But Mekies did acknowledge that "it's fair to say we have more work to do on race pace than qualifying pace with Yuki".

One such moment was during the second half when she made a superb tackle on Wallaroos' wing Maya Stewart, despite being isolated out wide and up against a player with greater pace.

The putt from just inside 30 feet unerringly tracked before disappearing into the hole at perfect pace and both boys leapt, limbs flung in all directions, with uncontrolled delight.

It allowed him to serve with pace and precision, as well as playing with variety in the rallies, using spin, slice and power to confound Sinner.

Serving with pace and precision, he allowed Sinner to win only three receiving points.