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Iva Jovic Triumphs in Guadalajara
Seventeen-year-old Iva Jovic made history on Sunday, lifting her first-ever WTA Tour trophy at the Guadalajara Open Akron (WTA 500) with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over Colombia’s Emiliana Arango.
The Southern California native displayed maturity beyond her years, finishing the 95-minute final with poise and aggression. Jovic saved 6 of 9 break points, converted 6 of 11 break chances, and dominated return games by winning more than half of Arango’s service points.
Arango, who reached her first WTA final, struggled with consistency. She committed four double faults and never found her rhythm on serve.
Jovic’s Guadalajara Run
| Round | Opponent | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Three-set battle | Win in 3 sets | Showed resilience |
| Semifinal | Three-set battle | Win in 3 sets | Kept composure late |
| Final | Emiliana Arango (COL) | 6-4, 6-1 | First WTA title |
Jovic’s path was favorable, as she faced only one seeded player — the No. 8 seed — but she seized the opportunity in style. For bettors following the WTA calendar, check the tennis odds and scores page to stay updated on future events.
Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah Wins SP Open
In São Paulo, France’s 19-year-old Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah capped a dream week by claiming her first WTA Tour title at the SP Open, defeating Indonesia’s Janice Tjen 6-3, 6-4.
Rajaonah’s run was remarkable — she toppled both the No. 8 and No. 5 seeds en route to her maiden final. Despite five double faults and no aces in the championship match, the French teenager held her nerve, saving 8 of 10 break points and converting four of her own.
Tjen battled hard, serving three aces and winning over 60% of her first-serve points, but her second serve collapsed (just 23.8% points won), which proved costly.
SP Open Final Stats
| Stat | Rajaonah | Tjen |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 0 | 3 |
| Double Faults | 5 | 2 |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 58% | 62.1% |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 45% | 23.8% |
| Break Points Saved | 8/10 (80%) | 4/8 (50%) |
This was the first WTA-level final for both players, and Rajaonah’s victory cements her as one of France’s most promising rising stars.
Looking Ahead
With both Jovic and Rajaonah breaking through at tour-level events, the WTA is showcasing a new wave of talent. These results also shake up the betting markets, giving sharp bettors fresh opportunities to evaluate.
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