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Sakkari Dominates Paolini, Secures First Top 10 Win

4/29/2025

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Maria Sakkari delivered a stunning performance at the Mutua Madrid Open, overpowering No. 6 seed Jasmine Paolini with a decisive 6-2, 6-1 victory. This triumph not only marked her first Top 10 win in over a year but also broke an 0-8 streak against elite players. Next up, she faces No. 17 seed Elina Svitolina in the Round of 16.

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Maria Sakkari delivered a stunning performance at the Mutua Madrid Open, overpowering No. 6 seed Jasmine Paolini with a decisive 6-2, 6-1 victory. This triumph not only marked her first Top 10 win in over a year but also broke an 0-8 streak against elite players. Next up, she faces No. 17 seed Elina Svitolina in the Round of 16.