Chwalinska wins Wuhan Open, claims first WTA title
Polish left-hander Chwalinska won her first WTA title, defeating British player Kartal 2-6 6-4 6-2 in Sunday's final.
Polish left-hander Maja Chwalinska won her first WTA title on Sunday, defeating Kartal 2-6 6-4 6-2 at Wuhan. Chwalinska recovered from losing the first set with tactical shot-making and defensive lobs.
Kartal, British and ranked 170th, was the lowest-ranked finalist ever in a WTA 1000 tournament. Chwalinska forced long rallies and broke serve three times in the second set.
Chwalinska reached the French Open final earlier this year, proving this breakthrough is real. Chwalinska will climb toward the world top 10.
- 2-6 6-4 6-2
- Final score
- 170th, lowest ever WTA 1000 finalist
- Kartal's ranking
- 25 years old
- Chwalinska's age
- French Open final this year
- Prior breakthrough
Why it mattersChwalinska's first WTA title confirms her French Open breakthrough was genuine, not a one-time fluke. She is now a serious contender in women's tennis.
AustraliaAustralian tennis fans see a breakthrough European star rising on the global stage, competing at the highest level of women's tennis.
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