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Upsets Galore: Kasintseva Shocks Linette at Merida Open

2/27/2026

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Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva, an Andorran qualifier, defeated eighth-seeded Magda Linette in 3 hours and 20 minutes to reach the Merida Open quarterfinals.
Ann Li defeated defending champion Aliona Bolsova, marking a major upset.
Erika Andreeva, the top seed, defeated Natalija Stevanovic to become a title favorite.
Players are discussing the introduction of rage rooms for mental health support.

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Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva, an Andorran qualifier, defeated eighth-seeded Magda Linette in 3 hours and 20 minutes to reach the Merida Open quarterfinals.
Ann Li defeated defending champion Aliona Bolsova, marking a major upset.
Erika Andreeva, the top seed, defeated Natalija Stevanovic to become a title favorite.
Players are discussing the introduction of rage rooms for mental health support.