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Ostapenko Advances to Stuttgart Final with Aggressive Play

The former French Open champion defeated Katerina Alexandrowa in straight sets and will face Sabalenka or Paolini in Monday's final.

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Overview

  • Jelena Ostapenko secured a spot in the Stuttgart final with a 6-4, 6-4 semifinal victory over Katerina Alexandrowa.
  • Her aggressive, high-risk playing style, marked by direct winners, proved decisive in her semifinal win.
  • Ostapenko previously upset world No. 2 and two-time Stuttgart champion Iga Świątek in the quarterfinals.
  • The final, scheduled for Easter Monday at 1:00 PM CET, will be broadcast on Eurosport and Sky.
  • Ostapenko will compete for the title against either world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka or Jasmine Paolini, with the opponent to be decided later today.