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Tennis star Krejcikova heroically overturns eight match points in US Open sensational comeback

Tennis player Barbora Krejcikova manages to prevail over Taylor Townsend, salvaging no less than eight match points, in a thrilling three-set defeat to advance to the US Open's quarter-finals on the 5th of September.

Tennis player Krejcikova miraculously rescues eight match points during her US Open game
Tennis player Krejcikova miraculously rescues eight match points during her US Open game

Tennis star Krejcikova heroically overturns eight match points in US Open sensational comeback

Unseeded Townsend Falls Short in US Open Battle, Krejcikova Advances

In a thrilling three-hour encounter, unseeded American Taylor Townsend came close to securing a Grand Slam quarter-final appearance, leading Krejcikova 5-4 in the second set. However, it was Krejcikova who ultimately prevailed, saving seven match points in the tie-break to win 15/13.

The match, which marked Krejcikova's return to the court after a six-month absence due to a back injury, was a testament to the Czech player's resilience and determination. Krejcikova, a two-time Grand Slam singles champion and the 2024 Wimbledon champion, fought back from a deficit to force a tie-break.

Townsend, who was disappointed by the loss, sees it as motivation for her US Open doubles campaign. She and Siniakova are the top seeds for the doubles tournament. Townsend is determined to work harder and be a champion, using the loss as fuel for her future performances.

Krejcikova expressed her excitement about the match, saying "What a match". She was also happy about being able to play again, and her next challenge is a quarter-final match against American fourth seed Jessica Pegula.

Meanwhile, Townsend is already looking forward to her next singles match, and she is also planning to give her best in the upcoming doubles tournament. Her partner in the US Open mixed doubles is Ben Shelton.

Townsend's next competition is the doubles tournament at the Australian Open, where she is motivated to win the trophy. She mentioned that she is already looking forward to her next singles match, and her focus is now on the doubles tournament following her singles match loss.

Despite the loss, Townsend's performance at the US Open has shown her potential and her ability to compete with the best players in the world. She is undoubtedly a player to watch in the future, and her fans will be eagerly awaiting her next appearance on the court.

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