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Seasoned Tennis Legend, Danielle Collins, Triumphs at Charleston Open in Farewell Season
[2023-04-10 | Source: Tennis News]
Danielle Collins, the 30-year-old American tennis icon, continued her impressive form in what will be her final season on the court, clinching the Charleston Open title with a dominant 6-2, 6-1 victory over Russia’s Daria Kasatkina. This triumph marks Collins’ second consecutive tournament win, following her success at the Miami Open last week.
The Charleston Open triumph is particularly notable for Collins, who has announced her plans to retire at the end of the current season to focus on starting a family. “> I’m blessed to be able to have the opportunity to live out my dream, and I am so grateful,” expressed the soon-to-be Tennis Hall of Famer.
Collins’ commanding performance over Kasatkina, the 2017 Charleston champion, was completed in just 77 minutes, as the American tennis legend continued to showcase her exceptional skills on the court. With this victory, Collins will rise to the 15th spot in the world rankings, further cementing her legacy as one of the sport’s most accomplished players.
Kasatkina, 26, acknowledged Collins’ excellent form, joking, “> I was going to say I’m going to miss you on the tour, but after this match, I’m not sure.” Kasatkina added, “> Enjoy these moments, you are playing amazing.”
The last player to win both the Miami Open and Charleston Open in the same year was the legendary Serena Williams, who accomplished this feat in 2013. Collins’ 22 wins this season trail only world number one Iga Swiatek and fourth-ranked Elena Rybakina, underscoring her status as a Tennis Legend.
As Danielle Collins bids farewell to the sport she has dominated, her triumph at the Charleston Open serves as a fitting testament to her remarkable career and the lasting impact she has made on the world of Tennis.
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