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British Star Kartal Stuns Ostapenko in Wuhan
17 Oct
Summary
- Sonay Kartal reached the Wuhan Open final after a tough win.
- She overcame Jelena Ostapenko in two tiebreak sets.
- This marks her biggest career final after a six-month injury layoff.
Sonay Kartal has advanced to the Wuhan Open final, marking a significant milestone in her career. She secured her spot by defeating Jelena Ostapenko with a score of 7-6, 7-6 in a hard-fought semi-final match. Kartal demonstrated exceptional mental strength, overcoming Ostapenko's set-point opportunities and excelling in both tiebreaks.
This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it occurs in Kartal's third tournament appearance since returning from a six-month injury. Her current record since her comeback stands at an impressive 7-2. The British number 170 expressed immense pride in her performance, calling it one of the toughest matches she has played.
Kartal will face either Iga Swiatek or Maja Chwalinska in the final on Sunday. Regardless of the outcome, she is set to return as the British number one on Monday. A title win could see her ranked as high as 36th, a new career-best position.
Former British tennis player Colin Fleming lauded Kartal's composure, describing her as the 'coolest woman in Wuhan' for her ability to stay present and outlast her opponent. Kartal's performance has captivated fans, and she is aiming to secure the Wuhan Open title.
