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Caroline WOZNIACKI triumphs in 'comeback moms' clash against Angelique KERBER amidst physical struggle
WTAWednesday, 13 March 2024 at 03:43
Caroline Wozniacki (No. 204) defeated Angelique Kerber (No. 607) 6-4, 6-3 and has advanced to the quarterfinals in Indian Wells. The match had a special touch, considering both were former No. 1s and Grand Slam champions, and now, mothers returning to the WTA Tour despite their major successes being several years ago.
In a duel that brought nostalgia, both experienced some physical challenges during the match, yet an intense performance unfolded where Wozniacki dominated for a significant part of the encounter.
The Danish tennis player started with a strong momentum, showing no issues with her serve and quickly securing a break in the second game, taking a 3-0 lead. Kerber faced increased difficulties with Wozniacki's second break, falling behind at 5-1.
However, the German seized her opportunity and gradually found comfort in the exchanges. Kerber claimed two consecutive breaks, reaching 4-5 when Wozniacki called for a medical timeout due to an ankle issue. Upon her return, the Dane swiftly secured the break and claimed the set 6-4.
Wozniacki's positive momentum extended into the early stages of the third set, securing another break to lead 3-0 in just over 10 minutes. The first signs of physical struggles for Kerber emerged, leading her to request a medical timeout at 4-1 in favor of the Dane. Unfortunately, the German did not finish well physically, and Wozniacki claimed victory with a 6-2 score.
Kerber can leave the tournament with positive feelings, achieving three consecutive victories, including wins over seeded players Jelena Ostapenko (10th) and Veronika Kudermetova (17th), less than a year after the birth of her daughter, Liana.
Wozniacki, for the 37th time in her career, reaches the quarterfinals of a WTA 1000 event and awaits the winner between Yulia Putintseva (No. 79) and defending champion Iga Swiatek (No. 1). Wozniacki has secured a place in the top 130 and is one victory away from re-entering the top 100.
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