In a thrilling semi-final at the Abu Dhabi Open, Swiss tennis player Belinda Bencic upset defending champion Elena Rybakina with a score of 7-6 (7-5), 6-4, securing her place in the finals of the tournament. Bencic showcased her skills in a closely contested match that highlighted both her resilience and strategic gameplay. The match reached a dramatic point when an unexpected interruption occurred; Bencic’s phone alarm rang during the first set tiebreak, causing a brief halt in play. She later acknowledged the situation, saying, ‘It was a bit embarrassing. But I was able to refocus and come back mentally stronger.’ With this victory, Bencic aims to win her first title of the season and will face American tennis player Kayla Krueger in the finals. Krueger earned her place in the final by defeating Katerina Siniakova in straight sets with a score of 6-2, 6-3. The final match promises to be an exciting showdown as Bencic seeks to add to her collection of titles while Krueger aims to secure her first title on the WTA tour.
Belinda Bencic Upsets Elena Rybakina to Reach Abu Dhabi Final
