Ostapenko Overpowers Sabalenka to Claim Stuttgart Crown
Source: news.source.inquirer
Jelena Ostapenko, ranked 24th, achieved a stunning victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the Stuttgart WTA final, winning in straight sets 6-4, 6-1. This marks Ostapenko's ninth career title and her first on clay since her 2017 French Open win. The victory showcased Ostapenko's dominance, breaking Sabalenka early in both sets and maintaining her lead throughout the match.
Key Points
Ostapenko defeated Sabalenka 6-4, 6-1 in the Stuttgart WTA final.
This was Ostapenko's ninth career title and her first on clay since the 2017 French Open.
Ostapenko broke Sabalenka in the first game of both sets, setting a dominant tone.
Sabalenka, despite being world number one, has now lost four finals in Stuttgart over the past five seasons.
Ostapenko also defeated Iga Swiatek and Ekaterina Alexandrova en route to the final.
