Jelena Ostapenko and Lyudmyla Kichenok made history at the U.S. Open on Friday, clinching their first Grand Slam doubles title without dropping a set!
In a thrilling straight-sets victory, they outplayed China's Zhang Shuai and Kristina Mladenovic, showcasing top-notch teamwork and determination from start to finish.
Ostapenko fired a powerful forehand winner that broke Zhang early, setting the tone for their opener. Kichenok's net play kept the momentum going, leading to a 6-4 first set.
The second set saw Mladenovic grab a break, but the pair regained their rhythm, securing the title with a decisive 6-3 win. Latvia's Ostapenko sealed the match with a crucial net play on match point, celebrating the duo's breakthrough moment.
Post-match, Zhang expressed pride in her performance despite lack of playing time with Mladenovic, while Mladenovic praised the partnership and looks forward to more successes in the future.
Congratulations to Ostapenko and Kichenok on their amazing achievement and best of luck in future tournaments!
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