Kelly Jones+FollowSamsonova Stuns Pegula in Berlin MarathonWow, what a thriller in Berlin! Liudmila Samsonova pulled off a huge upset over third-seeded Jessica Pegula, saving two match points and firing 18 aces in a 3-hour, 21-minute battle. Pegula looked set to advance, but Samsonova’s serve was just unstoppable. Meanwhile, Ons Jabeur breezed past Paolini, who was fresh off her French Open doubles win. Did anyone expect Pegula to fall this early? Let’s talk about that epic showdown! #WTA #BerlinOpen #Samsonova #Sports #Tennis00Share
Stephen Herrera+FollowSamsonova Out-Serves Osaka in Berlin ClashTough day for Naomi Osaka fans—Samurai Naomi fell in a tight three-setter to Samsonova in Berlin’s first round. Both players were locked in, each winning 107 points, but it was Samsonova’s 14 aces and clutch serving that edged out Osaka’s signature power. That’s now three straight three-set losses for Osaka. Is her grass game just rusty, or are we seeing a new rivalry brewing? #Osaka #Samsonova #BerlinOpen #Sports #Tennis10Share
Danielle Strickland+FollowJess Pegula Back in Berlin: Can She Repeat?Jess Pegula, aka 'JPeg', is back in Berlin to defend her crown after last year’s epic run. She’s coming off a tough clay season and some honest words about the grind of back-to-back two-week tournaments. Now, she’s seeded third and could face Naomi Osaka or Liudmila Samsonova in her opener—both rivals she’s got history with. Will JPeg’s return to grass spark another title run? Let’s hear your predictions! #Pegula #BerlinOpen #WTATour #Sports #Tennis30Share
Stephen Wilson+FollowOsaka, Raducanu, Lys: Berlin Wild Card BuzzBig news for grass-court fans! The Berlin Open just handed wild cards to Slam champs Naomi Osaka and Emma Raducanu, plus local favorite Eva Lys. Osaka’s looking to bounce back after last year’s early exit, while Raducanu’s making her Berlin debut. With nine of the Top 10 in the draw, could we see a Sabalenka vs. Coco Gauff showdown? And don’t forget defending champ Jessica Pegula’s epic comeback last year. Who’s your pick to shake up the draw? #WTA #BerlinOpen #Osaka #Sports #Tennis00Share
