Tennis, WTA - US Open 2024: Kalinskaya Eliminates Bondar
Kalinskaya Triumphs in US Open First Round
Anhelina Kalinskaya has advanced to the US Open Tennis Championships second round with an impressive three-set victory over Anna Bondar.
Kalinskaya's Impressive Display
- Kalinskaya, ranked 75th in the world, defeated Bondar 6-4, 6-3.
- The Russian player showcased a dominant serve, winning 70% of points on her first serve.
- She also displayed excellent court coverage and powerful groundstrokes.
Bondar's Spirited Performance
Despite the loss, Bondar put up a spirited performance against the higher-ranked opponent.
The 104th-ranked Hungarian had a strong start, breaking Kalinskaya's serve in the first game.
She also fought back from a 4-1 deficit in the first set.
However, Kalinskaya remained composed and eventually took control of the match.
Conclusion
Kalinskaya's victory is a testament to her growing confidence and ability on hard courts.
She faces 10th-seeded Jelena Ostapenko in the next round.
Bondar can take solace in her performance and will look to build on this experience in future tournaments.