WTA - SINGLES: AUSTRALIAN OPEN (AUSTRALIA), HARD - FINAL
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The stage is set for a spectacular Australian Open, with two hot contenders vying for the coveted Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup. World No. 2 Arina SABENA, known for her thunderous ground strokes, had a tough battle with rising star Koko Gough, while young Chinese prodigy Zheng Qinwen showed strength and stamina to beat Dayana Yastremska Siesie yourself for a final fight you won’t want to miss
The road to the final Sabalenka was no cake walk. Despite taking a commanding 5-2 lead in the first set against Gough, the American clawed back and forth to force a tie-break. But Sabalenka, the two-time Australian Open champion dug deep, using her experience and powerful play to win 7-6(7), 6-4.
This win is a milestone for Sabalenka. Not only does it return him to the Australian Open final two years later, but it also avenges his final defeat at the US Open at Gough last year. It also gives him his first victory over a top 4 players at a Grand Slam, a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence.
Zheng: A meteorite in Melbourne
Zheng Qinwen’s journey through the web has been a revelation. The 21-year-old phenom showed steely nerves to defeat Yastremska 6-4, 6-4, despite fearing 10 break points. His composure and ability to turn defense into offense captivated spectators and left shocked opponents behind him.
Zheng’s road to the finals hasn’t been easy. Three come-from-behind victories and an impressive six victories over random players, including the tournament's longest match (2 hours, 40 minutes!) demonstrate his immense mental strength and his warrior spirit is revealed
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