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Latvia's Anastasija Sevastova, a former world No. 11 and 2018 US Open semifinalist, has announced her retirement from professional tennis at age 36. The veteran player shared the news on social media after a career marked by comebacks, major upsets, and four WTA titles. Sevastova reflected on a 'rollercoaster ride' filled with gratitude for her achievements and relationships.

21 أبريل، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Elena Rybakina defeated Karolina Muchova 7-5, 6-1 to win the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart on Sunday. The Kazakh player finally drove her prize Porsche herself this year, unlike in 2024 when she lacked a driver's license. This victory marks her 13th WTA singles title.

Alexander Zverev defeated Joao Fonseca 7-5, 6-7, 6-3 in the quarterfinals of the Monte Carlo Masters to advance to the semifinals for the third time in his career. The world No. 3 described the match as not great for either player but expressed satisfaction at progressing. He now faces the winner of Jannik Sinner versus Felix Auger-Aliassime.

7 أبريل، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Jessica Pegula, the top seed and defending champion, beat 18-year-old Iva Jovic 6-4, 5-7, 6-3 in the Charleston Open semifinal. The American veteran advanced to face Yuliia Starodubtseva in the final after a hard-fought match. Pegula saved eight of 11 break points while converting five of 19.