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Kvitova Battles Hard but Falls to Gracheva at Indian Wells

3/7/2025

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Petra Kvitova faced a tough battle at Indian Wells, losing to Varvara Gracheva 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in her second match since returning from maternity leave. The two-time Wimbledon champion struggled with 55 unforced errors, but Gracheva recognized the incredible challenge Kvitova faces as both a mother and a competitor.

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Petra Kvitova faced a tough battle at Indian Wells, losing to Varvara Gracheva 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in her second match since returning from maternity leave. The two-time Wimbledon champion struggled with 55 unforced errors, but Gracheva recognized the incredible challenge Kvitova faces as both a mother and a competitor.