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Bencic Reaches First Final Post-Motherhood, Faces Krueger

2/7/2025

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Belinda Bencic triumphed over Elena Rybakina with a thrilling score of 3-6, 6-3, 6-4, securing her spot in the Abu Dhabi Open final. This marks her first WTA final since welcoming her daughter in April 2024. Bencic will now face Ashlyn Krueger, who defeated Linda Noskova, in a highly anticipated showdown.

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Belinda Bencic triumphed over Elena Rybakina with a thrilling score of 3-6, 6-3, 6-4, securing her spot in the Abu Dhabi Open final. This marks her first WTA final since welcoming her daughter in April 2024. Bencic will now face Ashlyn Krueger, who defeated Linda Noskova, in a highly anticipated showdown.