The finals are set for both the Hong Kong Tennis Open and the Jiangxi Open after a thrilling day of semifinal action. With standout performances and impressive upsets, here’s how Saturday’s matches unfolded and what to look forward to in the finals.
Hong Kong Tennis Open: Boulter Battles Past Yuan, Shnaider Advances
Katie Boulter, the No. 2 seed from Great Britain, fought through a tough three-set match to secure her spot in the Hong Kong Tennis Open final, defeating No. 6 seed Yuan Yue of China 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Boulter, who has already claimed titles this year in San Diego and Nottingham, will now contest her third final of the season. Her strong serving was crucial, winning 68% of points on her first serve and converting six of 15 break points.
Boulter’s victory sets up a championship clash with top-seeded Diana Shnaider of Russia. Shnaider was dominant in her semifinal match, ousting No. 3 seed Leylah Fernandez 6-4, 6-2. Shnaider needed only 87 minutes to wrap up the win, breaking Fernandez five times. This final promises to be a thrilling encounter, as Shnaider seeks her fourth title of the season.
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Jiangxi Open: Golubic Shocks Bouzkova, Sramkova Prevails
The biggest upset of the day came in Jiujiang, China, where unseeded Viktorija Golubic of Switzerland stunned top-seeded Marie Bouzkova with a commanding 6-1, 6-2 victory. Bouzkova had breezed through her previous matches without dropping a set but struggled against Golubic’s relentless pressure. The Swiss player broke Bouzkova’s serve eight times in just 77 minutes, securing her place in the final with an impressive all-around performance.
Golubic will face No. 2 seed Rebecca Sramkova of Slovakia in the final. Sramkova overcame Laura Siegemund of Germany 7-6 (4), 6-2, saving 12 of 15 break points and capitalizing on five service breaks of her own. This will be Sramkova’s fourth final appearance this season, having already lifted a trophy in Hua Hin.
Finals Preview
In Hong Kong, the showdown between Boulter and Shnaider promises a high-stakes clash between two players in excellent form. Boulter’s aggressive baseline play and solid serving will face a stern test against Shnaider’s all-court versatility and consistent power.
Meanwhile, in Jiujiang, Golubic’s surprise run continues as she takes on the experienced Sramkova. Both players have shown remarkable resilience, and this match could come down to who can handle the pressure points better.
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The stage is set for a thrilling Sunday of tennis, with titles and pride on the line in both Hong Kong and Jiangxi.
