In a thrilling final at the Ningbo Open, Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina staged a spectacular comeback to defeat Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova 3-6, 6-0, 6-2. 🎾🔥
After dropping the first set 3-6, Rybakina refused to back down. She dominated the second set with a flawless 6-0 “bagel,” using precise cross-court winners and fierce determination to force a decider.
Carrying that momentum, the World No. 9 broke early in the third set and powered through to secure her 10th career title. This victory also boosts her chances of qualifying for next month’s WTA Finals in Riyadh. All she needs now is a semifinal appearance at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo to clinch the last spot ahead of Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva.
Rybakina paid tribute to Alexandrova’s strong performance and thanked her team for their relentless support. With confidence high and passion burning bright, she’s ready to take on Tokyo and chase even bigger dreams. 💪
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Rybakina overcomes Alexandrova in final to claim title at Ningbo Open
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