USA and Poland are set for an exciting clash in the United Cup final after both teams secured impressive victories in their semi-final matches.
The USA stamped their ticket to the final with a 2-0 win over the Czech Republic. Coco Gauff led the charge with a commanding 6-1, 6-4 victory against Karolina Muchova. Gauff, ranked world No. 3, showcased her resilience by overcoming a late break in the second set. “It’s never easy against Karolina,” Gauff said. “Staying intense and focused made the difference today.”
Taylor Fritz sealed the deal for the USA in a dramatic match against Tomas Machac. Fritz was down but rallied back when Machac began to experience cramping. Fritz won three consecutive games before Machac retired at 7-6(4), 5-6. “That was a crazy match,” Fritz commented. “It’s not the way I wanted to win, but the conditions were tough.”
On the other side, Poland powered through to their second consecutive United Cup final by defeating Kazakhstan. World No. 2 Iga Swiatek battled past Elena Rybakina with a 7-6(5), 6-4 victory. “This was the first time I was able to win against Elena on a faster surface,” Swiatek said. “I knew I had to do something because this match could go both ways.”
Hubert Hurkacz gave Poland an early lead with a swift 6-3, 6-2 win over Alexander Shevchenko. “I’ve been playing better with every single match,” Hurkacz noted, expressing confidence ahead of the final.
The stage is now set for a thrilling final between the USA and Poland. Fans can expect top-tier tennis action as both teams vie for the United Cup title.
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