Tag: ASB Classic
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Eala Stuns Vekic in Auckland as Svitolina Cruises and Linette Dethrones Venus
All-Action Start to the ASB Classic in Auckland The ASB Classic in Auckland delivered an electric start to the 2026 season, with a series of compelling matches that showcased young talent, veteran resilience, and a few stunning upsets. In a crowd-pleasing comeback, Alexandra Eala of the Philippines battled back from a set down to defeat…
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Eala Triumphs in Auckland as Svitolina Cruises and Linette Knocks Out Venus Williams
Auckland’s Opening Day Sparks a Week of Excitement The ASB Classic in Auckland kicked off with a bang as young Filipino star Alexandra Eala delivered a dramatic comeback, sealing a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 win over Donna Vekic in the first round. The crowd roared as Eala, still just 20, showed the grit and poise that…
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Eala Stakes a Belated Auckland Comeback as Svitolina Soars and Linette Stuns Venus Williams
Eala Sparks a dramatic comeback in Auckland Alex Eala continued her meteoric rise to start the 2026 season with a gripping comeback at the ASB Classic in Auckland. In a feisty first-round showdown, the Filipino 20-year-old battled from a set down to defeat Donna Vekic 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, delivering a crowd-pleasing performance that underscored her…
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New Zealand’s Lulu Sun Withdraws from ASB Classic with Wrist Injury
Lulu Sun Withdraws from ASB Classic New Zealand’s top-ranked women’s tennis player, Lulu Sun, has withdrawn from the ASB Classic due to a lingering wrist injury. The decision comes after months of dealing with a neck injury, with Sun detailing a challenging recovery period that began in Guangzhou last year. The injury setback forced the…
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Lulu Sun Withdraws from ASB Classic Amid Wrist Injury Struggle
Injury Forces Withdrawal from ASB Classic New Zealand’s top-ranked women’s player, Lulu Sun, has announced her withdrawal from the ASB Classic due to a lingering wrist injury. The decision comes after months of fighting through pain following a neck injury experienced last year in Guangzhou, according to the athlete’s social media post. The news is…
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Lulu Sun Withdraws From ASB Classic Due to Wrist Injury
Lulu Sun Withdraws from ASB Classic With Wrist Injury New Zealand’s top-ranked women’s tennis player, Lulu Sun, has withdrawn from the early-season ASB Classic because of a wrist injury. The announcement comes after a persistent injury pattern that began last year and followed a neck issue, which has prevented her from competing at full strength…