The Tennis Podcast
US Open Day 7 - Swiatek shocked, Sabalenka seizes No.1 and is an ATP/WTA Merger coming?
Sep 4, 2023
Former number one women's tennis player, Iga Swiatek, loses her ranking after a defeat to Jelena Ostapenko at the US Open. The podcast also discusses a potential ATP-WTA merger and the impressive performance of American men in the tournament.
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Quick takeaways
- Yelena Osterpenko's victory over Ege Schveontech results in Schveontech losing her world number one ranking and Arena Sabalenka becoming the new world number one.
- Schveontech struggles against players with a similar playing style, as seen in her loss to Osterpenko and previous defeats to players like Jessica Pegula.
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Yelena Osterpenko upsets Ege Schveontech, paving the way for a new world number one
Yelena Osterpenko caused a major upset by defeating Ege Schveontech, leading to Schveontech losing her world number one ranking. This victory also means that Arena Sabalenka will become the new world number one. Osterpenko's unique playing style with big, flat hits proved too difficult for Schveontech to handle. Schveontech started strong, but her game gradually fell apart, losing her last five service games. It was a mental and physical struggle for Schveontech, who couldn't regain control of the match. Osterpenko's explosive ball-striking and audacious shots proved to be the difference-maker.
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