A year and a half without competition, then four victories in a row: Vera Zvonareva created a surprise at the ITF Dubai tournament. At 41, the former world number 2 reminded everyone that she had lost none of her talent.
At only 20 years old, Petra Marcinko continues her progress on the circuit. By dominating the returning Vera Zvonareva in the Dubai final, the Croatian not only secures a new title but also a triumphant entry into the world top 100.
Invited to Dubai, Vera Zvonareva has turned her wild card into a fairy tale. At 41, the Russian is giving herself a final on the professional circuit, eight years after the last one.