This has been a spectacular week for the star Tennis couple as both Anna Kalinskaya and Jannik Sinner have made headlines by advancing to their respective finals at the Berlin Open and the Halle Open, showcasing their prowess on the court.
Interestingly, Kalinskaya and Sinner, who are dating, find themselves simultaneously competing for titles in Berlin and Halle, respectively, adding a personal and unique dimension to their professional achievements. In a lighthearted moment during her post-match interview, Kalinskaya joked about keeping pace with Sinner’s success, stating, “I’m just trying to be a little bit as good as him.” She expressed her joy and immediate plans to share the moment with Sinner, saying, “I’m gonna text him now. I’m so happy.”
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Anna Kalinskaya, ranked World No. 24, battled through a gruelling semifinal against former World No. 1 Victoria Azarenka to secure her spot in the Berlin final. The match lasted 2 hours and 10 minutes, featuring a rollercoaster of scores—6-1, 6-7(3), 6-1—in Kalinskaya’s favour. Her victory sets up an exciting showdown against either top-seed Coco Gauff or fourth-seed Jessica Pegula from the United States, guaranteeing a clash with a Top 5 player. Kalinskaya’s journey to the final underscores her resilience and skill, having notched seven Top 10 wins this year alone.
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Meanwhile, in Halle, Jannik Sinner triumphed in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6(3), over Zhang Zhizhen in the semifinals to reach his first grass-court final. The Italian talent, known for his powerful game and strategic acumen, overcame a strong challenge from his opponent. Sinner’s path to the final has been marked by consecutive three-set victories earlier in the tournament, demonstrating his ability to navigate tough matches under pressure.