Aleksandra Krunić Advances to Melbourne Doubles Quarterfinals
Aleksandra Krunić and Ana Danilina showcased their skills in Melbourne, advancing to the doubles quarterfinals. They faced a tough challenge against Australian opponents Storm Hunter and Maia Kwan. Despite intense home crowd support for their rivals, Krunić and Danilina secured victory after two sets.
Match Highlights
- First Set: Hunter and Kwan took an early lead, breaking serve to go up 5:2.
- Comeback: Krunić and Danilina rallied, winning five consecutive games to take the set 7:5.
- Second Set: They initially led 4:0, but Hunter and Kwan fought back to equalize at 4:4.
- Crucial Moments: Krunić and Danilina saved four set points in a tense tenth game.
- Tiebreak Triumph: The set went to a tiebreak where the duo excelled under pressure.
Looking Ahead
Having secured their place in the quarterfinals, Krunić and Danilina are set to face the tournament’s top seeds, Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend. This upcoming match will pose a significant challenge as they seek to continue their impressive run in the tournament. The duo’s resilience and teamwork will be crucial as they aim for further success in Melbourne.
