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Marta Kostyuk Wins Madrid Open for First WTA 1000 Crown

The victory lifts her to a career-high No. 15, signaling real momentum for the French Open.

Overview

  • Marta Kostyuk defeated Mirra Andreeva 6-3, 7-5 on Saturday to capture the Madrid Open title, the biggest win of her career.
  • The result moves the 23-year-old Ukrainian up eight spots to a new career-high No. 15 in the WTA rankings.
  • The triumph completes back-to-back titles after Rouen and extends her clay-court win streak to 11 matches.
  • She marked the moment with a back handspring on court and a lighthearted ‘Lucky Shorts’ reveal with her team during the trophy photos.
  • Andreeva, who turned 19 during the tournament, delivered a tearful yet gracious runner-up speech, as Rennae Stubbs highlighted the female coaches on both benches—Sandra Zaniewska for Kostyuk and Conchita Martínez for Andreeva.