Paula Badosa He cried just to tie the victory. Even before greeting his rival. This victory means a lot, equaling his Wimbledon record. He returned to the round of 16, having lost in 2021 and 2022. He will have a third chance, this Sunday against the Ukrainian Dayana Yastremska or the croatian Donna Vekic.
The spirit of improvement of the Spaniard, 26 years old and world number 93, who defeated the current Eastbourne WTA grass champion, the Russian Daria Kasatkina, 27 years old and number 12, by 7-6 (6), 4-6 and 6-4 at 2h.51′.
“It’s my second most special week in Grand Slam,” Badosa tearfully declared, to the applause of the entire court. That back injury that left him in dry dock for half a year, which continues to be a threat.
With passion and tenacity, Badosa continues to advance in tennis. The match started two hours late due to rain, play was halted with the Catalan serving for the first set due to the illness of a fan. There are some occasional interruptions due to some drops of water.
The girl from Girona has done it all. He lost three set points, one at 5-3 and another pair at 5-4, but tied it in a tiebreak. He didn’t take advantage of his chances in the second set, finding himself at 2-4 in the third. He gritted his teeth, with much fight and quality.
Until he got the prize. One step away from the absolute personal record, from the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam he achieved Roland Garros 2021.
The most dedicated Badosa fell in love with Wimbledon. Crying indicates happiness and comfort. And a lot of personal pride. As in Rome, three consecutive victories in the same event. The one in Begur continues to develop. For the love of tennis and stubbornness. He is passionate, competitive.
Source: La Verdad
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