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! 🎉👏
