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Shocking Upset in Dubai as Kalinskaya Beats Swiatek - Finals Set

Anna Kalinskaya - Dubai Championships - Iga Swiatek - Jasmine Paolini - Sports Upsets - Underdog Triumph - Women's Tennis

Unbelievable turn of events in Dubai as Anna Kalinskaya defeats No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach the finals against Jasmine Paolini. Read the full story here!

In a stunning upset at the Dubai Championships, Anna Kalinskaya caused a major stir by defeating top seed Iga Swiatek in the semifinals. Swiatek, who had been in excellent form, fell to Kalinskaya in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4, setting up a finals showdown with Italy's Jasmine Paolini. This unexpected victory marks a significant moment in Kalinskaya's career as she continues her remarkable run in the tournament.

Kalinskaya's journey to the final has been nothing short of impressive. After defeating Coco Gauff, she added another big win by taking down Swiatek, showcasing her skill and determination on the court. Her success against top players highlights her potential in the world of tennis, and all eyes are now on the final match to see if she can clinch the title.

On the other side, Swiatek expressed her disappointment after the match, attributing her loss to fatigue. Despite a strong start, she struggled to maintain her lead against Kalinskaya's resilience and ultimately fell short. This unexpected defeat serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sports and the fierce competition at the highest levels.

As the Dubai Championships final approaches, the clash between Kalinskaya and Paolini promises to be an exciting and intense battle. Both players have displayed exceptional skill and determination throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a thrilling finale that fans won't want to miss. Stay tuned for the epic showdown at one of the most anticipated finals of the season!

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Kalinskaya upsets Swiatek, will meet Paolini in Dubai final - ESPN (ESPN)

Anna Kalinskaya upset No. 1 Iga Swiatek on Friday to reach the Dubai Championships final where she'll take on Italy's Jasmine Paolini.

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Iga Swiatek knocked out by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya in Dubai semi ... (The Guardian)

Anna Kalinskaya followed up her win over Coco Gauff with another big scalp, defeating Iga Swiatek 6-4, 6-4 to set up a final against Jasmine Paolini.

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No. 1 Swiatek loses to Kalinskaya in Dubai semifinals. Paolini ... (northeastNOW)

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iga Swiatek was upset by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya 6-4, 6-4 in the semifina...

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No. 1 Swiatek stunned by Kalinskaya in Dubai semifinals. Paolini ... (TheSpec.com)

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) โ€” World No. 1 Iga Swiatek was stunned by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals of the Dubai Championships on ...

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Iga Swiatek stunned in Dubai by on-fire Anna Kalinskaya, backing ... (Tennis Magazine)

The qualifier is into her first WTA 1000 final on the back of the two biggestwins of her career, booking a championship clash against Jasmine Paolini.

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'Out of power' Swiatek stunned by Kalinskaya in Dubai (FRANCE 24)

Iga Swiatek blamed fatigue for her semi-final defeat to Anna Kalinskaya in the Dubai semi-finals on Friday, admitting: "I didn't have power anymore" to up ...

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No. 1 Iga Swiatek stunned by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya in Dubai ... (Tennis Magazine)

Swiatek was up 4-2 when Kalinskaya rattled off four straight games to take the first set en route to her third consecutive victory over a Top 10 opponent.

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