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Krejcikova Eyes Prague Title vs. Rising Star Tagger
25 Jul
Summary
- Krejcikova aims for her first Prague semifinal since 2021 title win.
- Tagger, 18, achieves a career-best result by reaching the semifinals.
- This marks the first career meeting between Krejcikova and Tagger.
Barbora Krejcikova, the second seed, is set to compete in the semifinals of the 2026 Prague Open against unseeded Lilli Tagger. This semifinal appearance marks Krejcikova's first in Prague since her championship victory in 2021. She has demonstrated strong form throughout the year, securing a title in Athens and reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon.
Tagger, an 18-year-old, has achieved a career-best result by reaching this semifinal stage. Her path included defeating third seed Sara Bejlek, avenging a prior loss. Tagger has also achieved a career-high ranking this year following a final appearance in Fujairah.
The upcoming match is the first time these two players will compete against each other. Krejcikova's extensive experience, including two Grand Slam titles, is contrasted by Tagger's current fearless approach as an underdog. Despite Tagger's momentum, Krejcikova's proven track record and home advantage are anticipated to lead her to victory.
