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Badosa's Clay Dominance Continues in Romania
18 Jul
Summary
- Paula Badosa reached the Iasi Open semifinals with an eight-match win streak.
- Tamara Zidansek previously defeated Badosa at the French Open in 2021.
- Badosa is favored to win, building on recent successes and a strong clay court record.
Paula Badosa has reached the semifinals of the Iasi Open, showcasing her impressive form on clay. This marks her best result on the main tour this year, extending an unbeaten streak to eight matches. Badosa secured her semifinal spot after defeating Panna Udvardy in a tight contest. Earlier, she had overcome Anhelina Kalinina and Alevtina Ibragimova.
Tamara Zidansek also advanced to the semifinals, defeating Petra Marcinko in straight sets. This victory marked her first top 50 win since 2022. Zidansek holds a 1-0 head-to-head advantage over Badosa, having won their previous encounter at the French Open in 2021.
Despite Zidansek's history, Badosa is the strong favorite. Her career has seen significant upward progression, including a WTA 1000 title and a peak ranking of No. 2. In contrast, Zidansek has largely remained outside the top 100 since 2021. Badosa's current form and superior ranking position her for victory.
