Sonay Kartal’s dream comeback continues as the Briton beat Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets to advance to the biggest final of her career at the Wuhan Open. Kartal hit back from behind in both sets and fought off six set…
Sonay Kartal advanced to the biggest final of her career by defeating Jelena Ostapenko 7-6 (9), 7-6 (5) in the Wuhan Open semi-finals. The 24-year-old Briton overcame deficits in both sets and saved six set points against the former French Open champion to secure the straight-sets victory.
Ranked world No 170 entering the tournament following a six-month injury layoff, Kartal becomes the lowest-ranked player to reach a WTA 1000 final since 2009. The win guarantees her entry into the world's top 50 and elevates her past Katie Boulter as the new British No 1.
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