Alexandra Eala’s Toughest Test Yet: Amanda Anisimova Awaits
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Alex Eala advanced to the Cincinnati round of 32 after Elena-Gabriela Ruse retired, setting up a first career meeting with Amanda Anisimova.
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Rejuvenated Gauff storms past Eala to book Dubai semifinal berth
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Coco Gauff delivered a commanding performance to rout Alexandra Eala and secure a return trip to the Dubai semifinals.
Pegula books Australian Open semifinal clash with Rybakina after Anisimova win
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Jessica Pegula continued her Australian Open surge with a composed straight-sets victory over Amanda Anisimova, setting up a blockbuster semifinal against Elena Rybakina at Melbourne Park.
Pegula ends Keys’ title defense, sets up all-American quarterfinal
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Jessica Pegula knocked out defending champion Madison Keys in straight sets and advanced to yet another Australian Open quarterfinal, setting up a familiar showdown with fellow American Amanda Anisimova.
Sabalenka advances to WTA Finals title match to face Rybakina in Riyadh
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Aryna Sabalenka battled past Amanda Anisimova in three sets to return to the WTA Finals championship match, where she will face first-time finalist Elena Rybakina in Riyadh.