Elena Malõgina, the Estonian women's tennis number one, showed remarkable resilience at the ITF W75 tournament in Trnava, Slovakia. She fought through a tense match to secure her place in the quarterfinals, defeating Bulgaria's Elizara Yaneva after an intense contest lasting over two hours. Despite starting strongly with a quick first set win of 6:2, the match took a turn in the second set when Yaneva rallied to take control and win 7:5, pushing Malõgina to the brink.

In the final set, Malõgina again took an early lead at 4:2, but Yaneva, who was seeded fifth in the tournament, leveled the score. However, this time, Malõgina managed to break back and maintain her advantage, ultimately closing the match with a score of 6:4. Her performance included two aces, reflecting her strong serving under pressure as she battled against a higher-ranked opponent.

The match highlights Malõgina's determination and skill as she prepares to face her doubles partner in the next round. Advancing in an international circuit such as the ITF showcases the rising talent of Estonian tennis and hints at a promising future for Malõgina on the global stage, particularly against highly ranked competitors.