The women’s singles draw at the WTA 500 San Diego Open is down to the final four players. Join us as we delve into the matchups set for the semifinals.
Danielle Collins versus Barbora Krejcikova
Danielle Collins is back in the semifinals, the same round she reached here last year, and will face Barbora Krejcikova for the chance at the title. This will mark the first encounter between the two, who have neither competed against each other nor practiced together.
Collins ousted second seed Caroline Garcia 6-2 6-3. Although the American had some struggles with injuries earlier in the tournament, diligent recovery routines and good sleep have paid off. She takes the lingering issues in stride, saying “as long as you don’t have two or three injuries you’re dealing with, I feel like everybody has something that they’re dealing with on the court.” The former world number seven is also playing doubles at this tournament, adding to the physicality of her week.
The fourth seed from Czech Republic, Krejcikova, known to be not only a tennis player but tennis fan, is excited for her first encounter with the 29-year-old from Florida. She said, “it’s gonna be new for both of us and I’m really looking forward to this matchup. I know that she’s playing very well and she likes…
