World No. 39 Anastasia Potapova shared her thoughts following her first-round victory over Ashlyn Kruger at the Madrid tournament, a match that concluded with a score of 6/7(7), 6/4, 6/2.
When asked about overcoming her opponent in a challenging match, Potapova stated that the key factors were correctly chosen tactics, combined with her strong will to win and determination to persevere. She emphasized that adhering to the strategy discussed with her team before the match proved effective throughout the encounter, particularly during return games, which helped her turn the tide.
Discussing Ashlyn Kruger specifically, Potapova mentioned that Kruger`s performance didn`t bring any surprises, as everything was largely anticipated. She expected a powerful and effective serve, especially given Kruger`s height, strong groundstrokes, and a preference to avoid extended rallies. Despite the predictability, Potapova praised Kruger`s potential, expressing her belief that with her physical attributes and playing style, Ashlyn possesses all the necessary tools to break into the world`s Top 10 rankings. Potapova concluded by wishing her opponent success in achieving this goal.
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