Bianca Andreescu's remarkable run of 14 consecutive victories came to an end on Saturday after she lost the WTA 125 Cali Open final to Spain's Leyre Romero Gormaz. The Canadian was unable to complete a third consecutive title triumph, falling 7-6(4), 6-3 in a closely contested opening set before her opponent pulled away in the second.
Andreescu had arrived in Colombia in outstanding form, having captured back-to-back WTA 125 titles in Rovereto and Querétaro. Her victory in Mexico last week extended an impressive winning run that had put her within reach of another trophy and a return to the world's top 100.
Her semi-final against Alice Tubello had also been an unusual test. Andreescu was leading 6-0, 5-4 and serving for the match when adverse weather conditions forced a suspension lasting several hours. When play resumed, she held her nerve, protected her advantage and eventually secured her place in the final, extending her streak to 14 matches.
However, Romero Gormaz proved a different challenge. The Spaniard, ranked No. 131, produced a resilient performance to claim the biggest victory of her week and deny Andreescu what would have been a third consecutive title. The result also leaves the Canadian facing a nervous wait over her return to the top 100.
Romero Gormaz overturns Andreescu's early advantage to claim Cali title
Andreescu made the stronger start to the final, immediately breaking Romero Gormaz's serve before consolidating the advantage to move 2-0 ahead. The Canadian appeared to have taken control, but her opponent responded by breaking back and bringing the score level at 2-2.
The opening set then developed into a closely fought contest, with Andreescu managing to regain the advantage after another break. Romero Gormaz refused to let the Canadian pull away, though, and once again recovered the deficit to force a tie-break.
That proved to be the turning point. Both players traded mini-breaks during the tie-break, but Romero Gormaz was more effective in the decisive moments, winning 7-4 to take the opening set. Andreescu had been unable to protect her serve consistently when it mattered most, and the Spaniard capitalised to move within one set of the title.
🎾 Leyre Gormaz se quedó con el primer set 7-6 ante Bianca Andreescu en la final del Reto Win Tenis. #TENISxWIN https://t.co/Fc4LwKyfW0
— Win Sports (@WinSportsTV) November 7, 2026
Romero Gormaz carried that momentum into the second set. She broke Andreescu in the opening game and consolidated the advantage to establish a 2-0 lead. Another break soon followed, leaving the Canadian trailing 4-1 and facing a significant uphill battle.
Andreescu attempted to fight her way back into the contest, but Romero Gormaz remained composed and did not allow the opportunity to slip. The Spaniard eventually closed out a 7-6(4), 6-3 victory to secure the second WTA 125 title of her career.
The 24-year-old had previously won the Foggia Open earlier in the 2026 season, also on clay. Her triumph in Cali represents another important step forward as she looks to move closer to the WTA Tour's top 100 and establish herself at a higher level in 2027.
Andreescu's top-100 return hangs in the balance
Despite the disappointment of losing the final, Andreescu has made significant progress over the past few weeks. Her consecutive titles in Rovereto and Querétaro, followed by the runner-up finish in Cali, have transformed her ranking position and brought her close to a return to the top 100.
The Canadian is provisionally ranked No. 100 in the live standings, just one point ahead of Anna Blinkova. The Russian is competing at the WTA 125 event in Luanda, where she is scheduled to face Sofya Lansere in Sunday's final. If Blinkova wins the title, she will overtake Andreescu and push the former US Open champion out of the top 100.
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Andreescu's last appearance among the world's top 100 came in May 2025, although she remained there for only one week. She had not been part of that group since the beginning of 2024, making her recent resurgence particularly significant.
The Canadian will have one more opportunity to strengthen her position before the end of the season, with the WTA 125 tournament in Sopo, Colombia on her schedule. Another strong result would help her secure a top-100 finish and provide a more encouraging platform heading into 2027. Her winning streak may be over, but the past few weeks have offered a clear indication that Andreescu is moving back towards the level she once occupied.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
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