Jelena Ostapenko stuns Iga Swiatek to reach Doha Final
Latvian star Jelena Ostapenko continues dominance over World No. 2 Iga Swiatek with a dominant straight-set victory, becoming the first player to have 5+ wins against Iga.
Jelena Ostapenko beat Iga 6-3, 6-1. Her journey to the final has been marked by impressive victories. She began her campaign with a decisive 6-2, 6-1 win over Aoi Ito in the first round, followed by a hard-fought 7-6(5), 7-5 triumph against Liudmila Samsonova. In the quarter-finals, Ostapenko showcased her resilience, overcoming Ons Jabeur 6-2, 6-2 to secure her spot in the semi-finals.
She beat Jasmine Paolini, currently ranked number 4 in the world, 6-2 6-2, in the Round of 16. This win marked her first Top 10 triumph since 2023 and propelled her into her first quarter-final since Wimbledon 2024. Jelena Ostapenko is currently ranked 37 WTA and lost first round at the Australian Open to Belinda Bencic.
In the upcoming final, Ostapenko is set to face American Amanda Anisimova, who advanced by defeating Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-3, 6-3 in the other semi-final. This sets the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the tournament, as both players vie for the prestigious Qatar Open title. Her win over Iga Swiatek 6-3, 6-1 shows the level of tennis she is currently playing.
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Ostapenko’s resurgence in Doha is a testament to her unrelenting competitive spirit and her ability to bounce back after a tough first-round loss at the Australian Open. Her dominant performance against Swiatek is just one example of the raw, aggressive style of tennis that defines her game. Each victory this week has been marked by clinical execution, particularly against opponents like Paolini and Jabeur. It’s not just her powerful groundstrokes that stand out; it’s her mental toughness, especially in high-pressure moments, that could propel her further in 2025. With a final against Anisimova ahead, Ostapenko looks poised to continue her march back to the top.
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