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Joel Gould

Pat Rafter's big hope for Tomljanovic

Ajla Tomljanovic can take the next step up in her career this summer, according to Pat Rafter. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Pat Rafter has always had a high opinion of Ajla Tomljanovic's talent and grit and says this summer of tennis is where she can take the next step and build towards challenging for an Australian Open title.

The 29-year-old world no.33 will line up in the inaugural United Cup in Sydney from Thursday in an Australian line-up which includes Nick Kygrios and Alex de Minaur.

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