In an electrifying final at the WTA Adelaide International on Friday, China's Guo Hanyu and Russia's Alexandra Panova emerged victorious in the women's doubles category. The dynamic duo defeated Germany's Laura Siegemund and Brazil's Beatriz Haddad Maia with a straight-sets win of 7-5, 6-4.
Throughout the match, Guo and Panova showcased their clinical prowess under pressure, capitalizing on crucial moments to break their opponents' serve in both sets. Guo's aggressive net play and strong return shots kept their side firmly on the front foot, applying constant pressure.
The decisive moment came when Siegemund and Haddad Maia double-faulted on the championship point, sealing a straight-sets victory for Guo and Panova. This win marks the fourth doubles trophy on the WTA Tour for the 26-year-old Henan Province native, Guo Hanyu.
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Guo, Panova lift women's doubles trophy at WTA Adelaide International
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