Benesova survives tough test

Originally published on: 26/02/10 11:58

After cruising through the first set, Benesova was forced to weather a fightback from her Russian opponent, who had a chance to serve for the match at 5-4 up in the third set.

However, the Czech dug deep to book her place in the quarter-finals after emerging triumphant from an encounter that lasted over two-and-a-half hours.

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By Tim Farthing

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Tim Farthing, Tennishead Editorial Director & Owner, has been a huge tennis fan his whole life. He's a tennis journalist and entrepreneur as well as playing tennis to a national standard. He also helps manage his local club and volunteers for his local tennis organisation. He's a specialist in content about the administration of professional tennis and tennis coaching for all levels.