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Elena Rybakina Wins Porsche Without a Driver's License

Elena Rybakina Wins Porsche Without a Driver’s License

By April 23, 2024 0

Elena Rybakina, the world’s fourth-ranked tennis player, has added a brand-new Porsche to her collection after winning the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. However, the Kazakh star has a unique dilemma: she doesn’t have a driver’s license.

Rybakina’s lack of a license stems from her nomadic lifestyle on the tennis tour. “I wanted to do it already long time, but I never have chance to be at one place for long,” she explained. “I did already couple of lessons. I was driving, but yeah, for sure [getting her license] that’s the goal for this year outside of the court.”

Rybakina isn’t the first Stuttgart champion to win a Porsche without the proper paperwork. In 2018, Karolina Pliskova joked that her twin sister, Kristyna, could drive her around. Last year, Pliskova confirmed she still owns the car and lets her husband drive it.

Rybakina plans to share the driving duties with her coach, Stefano Vukov, and her mother, Ekaterina, in Dubai. “Hopefully, me soon,” she said with a grin.

Despite her lack of a license, Rybakina is determined to get one this year. “With this car, if I win, it’s going to be one double goal. Hopefully, I finish it this year,” she added.

Rybakina’s victory in Stuttgart is her third title of the season, following wins in Adelaide and Melbourne. She is now one of the favorites for the upcoming French Open, which begins on May 22.

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Vondrousova Stuns Sabalenka to Reach Stuttgart Semifinals

Vondrousova Stuns Sabalenka to Reach Stuttgart Semifinals

By April 19, 2024 0

Marketa Vondrousova’s stunning victory over Aryna Sabalenka at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix has propelled her into the semifinals, where she will face either Coco Gauff or Marta Kostyuk.

Sabalenka, the world No. 2 and three-time runner-up in Stuttgart, started strongly, winning the first set 6-3. However, Vondrousova, the reigning Wimbledon champion, fought back to take the second set 6-3.

The third set was a tense affair, with both players exchanging breaks. Sabalenka, who has struggled with her serve this season, double-faulted nine times. Despite this, she managed to serve for the match at 5-4.

However, Vondrousova showed her resilience, winning the next seven points to clinch the upset. The Czech player’s victory was a testament to her clay-court prowess, having finished runner-up at the 2019 French Open.

Sabalenka’s defeat marks the end of her quest for a fourth consecutive final in Stuttgart. The Belarusian has endured an emotional spring, mourning the loss of her ex-partner.

Meanwhile, Vondrousova’s victory continues her impressive run of form on clay. She is yet to drop a set in Stuttgart and will be confident of reaching the final.

The other semifinal will feature Gauff, the reigning US Open champion, and Kostyuk, who saved five match points to defeat Zheng Qinwen in the quarterfinals.

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Swiatek Wins Stuttgart Opener, Advances to Quarterfinals

Swiatek Wins Stuttgart Opener, Advances to Quarterfinals

By April 18, 2024 0

Iga Swiatek, the world’s top-ranked women’s tennis player, has begun her 2024 clay-court season with a victory at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany. Swiatek defeated Elise Mertens, a former world No. 12, in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, to advance to the quarterfinals.

Swiatek, who has been the most consistent player on tour in 2024, made a quick transition from hard courts to clay, despite an early exit at the Australian Open. She has since won WTA 1000 titles at the Qatar TotalEnergies Open and the BNP Paribas Open, and led Poland to a 4-0 BJK Cup victory over Switzerland.

Against Mertens, Swiatek started strong, taking a 5-1 lead in the first set. Mertens fought back to 3-5, but Swiatek held on to win the set 6-3. The second set saw a similar pattern, with Swiatek breaking Mertens’ serve early but then losing her own serve. However, Swiatek regained the initiative at 3-3 and held on to win the set 6-4.

Swiatek’s victory sets up an intriguing quarterfinal matchup with either 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu or Linda Noskova, who defeated Swiatek in Australia but has lost her last two meetings with the Pole.

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Sabalenka Advances in Stuttgart Despite Emotional Badosa Retirement

Sabalenka Advances in Stuttgart Despite Emotional Badosa Retirement

By April 18, 2024 0

Aryna Sabalenka’s clay-court campaign got off to a bittersweet start as she overcame an injured Paula Badosa in a marathon match at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. The No. 2 seed prevailed 7-6 (6), 4-6, 3-3, retired, reaching the quarterfinals despite an emotional conclusion.

Sabalenka struggled early on, but gradually found her rhythm against a determined Badosa. The first set was a tense affair, with both players trading breaks. Sabalenka eventually prevailed in a tiebreaker, winning six of the final seven points.

Badosa responded strongly in the second set, breaking Sabalenka twice to take a commanding lead. However, Sabalenka refused to go down without a fight, breaking back and narrowing the gap. Badosa called a medical timeout to address a lower back injury, but returned to serve out the set.

The third set saw Sabalenka take control, breaking Badosa twice. However, Badosa’s injury worsened, forcing her to retire with Sabalenka leading 3-3. The Belarusian was visibly emotional at the net, comforting her opponent.

The victory was bittersweet for Sabalenka, who had been dealing with the recent loss of her ex-partner. She had previously lost to Badosa in Miami, but was determined to turn things around in Stuttgart.

Sabalenka’s next opponent will be either No. 6 seed Marketa Vondrousova or 2023 Stuttgart semifinalist Anastasia Potapova. The Belarusian will be looking to continue her strong form on clay, having won the Australian Open earlier this year.

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Ons Jabeur Finds Joy in Stuttgart, Breaks Losing Streak

Ons Jabeur Finds Joy in Stuttgart, Breaks Losing Streak

By April 17, 2024 0

Ons Jabeur, Tunisia’s Minister of Happiness, has found solace in Stuttgart, Germany, where she is competing in the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. The world No. 9 has been struggling with a knee injury and a five-match losing streak, but she broke the slump with a hard-fought victory over Ekaterina Alexandrova in her opening match.

Jabeur’s love for football was evident as she visited the home stadium of VfB Stuttgart, MHPArena, which is adjacent to the Porsche Arena. She witnessed Stuttgart’s 3-0 victory over Frankfurt and later received a tour of the grounds from goalkeeper Fabi Bredlow.

Despite being a Real Madrid fan, Jabeur displayed her football skills with Bredlow, showcasing her keepy-uppy abilities. The pair exchanged well wishes for their upcoming matches, with Stuttgart facing Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga and Jabeur continuing her campaign in the WTA 500 event.

Jabeur’s victory over Alexandrova was a testament to her resilience and determination. After losing the first set, she rallied back to win the next two, including a tiebreaker in the third set. She credited her Tunisian fans for their unwavering support, which has been a constant source of motivation for her.

“Tennis is such a tough sport and it’s been such a tough period for me, so even confidence-wise I’m trying to build it up,” Jabeur said. “Very grateful to be Tunisian, because wherever I go I find them!”

Jabeur will face Jasmine Paolini in the second round, who advanced with a dominant victory over Sara Errani. The Tunisian star will be looking to continue her momentum and build on her positive experience in Stuttgart.

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