Ostapenko reaches the quarter-finals of the Doha doubles tournament
Latvian tennis player Jelena Ostapenko and her Taiwanese partner Su-Wei Hsieh have advanced to the quarter-finals of the WTA 1000 doubles event in Doha.
Jelena Ostapenko, representing Latvia, along with her partner Su-Wei Hsieh from Taiwan, has reached the quarter-finals of the WTA 1000 doubles tournament taking place in Doha. The duo, seeded third in the competition, had a bye in the first round and secured their place in the quarters by defeating Slovenian Andreja KlepaΔ and Polish Katarzyna Piter 6-3, 6-3 in the second round. This victory is a significant achievement, as it also earns them 215 points in the WTA doubles rankings.
The tournament, being held on hard courts, marks a notable occasion for Ostapenko, who is also competing in the singles event, having already advanced to the third round. Her performance in both singles and doubles showcases her versatility and competitive spirit on the tour. As a recognized player in the circuit, Ostapenko's progression in the tournament highlights her potential to add more accolades to her career.
The next challenge for Ostapenko and Hsieh will come on Wednesday, where they will find out who their opponents will be in the quarter-finals, adding an element of anticipation to their campaign in Doha. The outcome of these matches could further boost their rankings as they look to make a strong impact in this prestigious event, which attracts top players from around the world.