Daria Kasatkina claimed her second title of the season at the Ningbo Open, edging out fellow Russian Mirra Andreeva in a dramatic final. The match saw a dominant first set from Kasatkina, a comeback by the young Andreeva, and ultimately a decisive win for the veteran player. The victory marks Kasatkina’s eighth career title and propels her into the world’s top 10.
Brazilian Beatriz Haddad Maia overcame a shaky first set to defeat top seed Daria Kasatkina in a captivating final, securing her first WTA 500 singles title and ending her 2017 Seoul final heartbreak. After a dominant first set by Kasatkina, Haddad Maia showcased powerful forehands and resilience to win the next two sets in convincing fashion.
Top seed Daria Kasatkina of Russia will face Brazil’s Beatriz Haddad Maia in the Korea Open final after both players secured their victories in straight sets. Kasatkina overcame compatriot Diana Shnaider in a tight semifinal, while Haddad Maia triumphed over Veronika Kudermetova, setting up a thrilling final showdown.
Heavy rain in Seoul forced the postponement of the Korea Open quarterfinals, including the highly anticipated match between top seed Daria Kasatkina and former US Open champion Emma Raducanu. The matches will now take place on Saturday, but more rain is predicted, creating uncertainty for the tournament’s continuation.
Emma Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, advanced to the Korea Open quarterfinals after a hard-fought win over Yuan Yue. She faces top seed Daria Kasatkina next, aiming to build momentum after a tough period marked by injuries. Raducanu, who took a medical time-out during the match, praised her resilience and highlighted her growing confidence in her physical condition.
Italian Jasmine Paolini secured a semifinal spot at the Eastbourne International, defeating Katie Boulter in a thrilling match. Meanwhile, Daria Kasatkina eased past Emma Raducanu, while Leylah Fernandez also advanced to the semifinals. In men’s competition, Taylor Fritz won a tight match against Shang Juncheng, and Billy Harris continued his impressive grass-court season.
