Ukraine in the semifinals of the Billie Jean King Cup
In the first match of the semifinals of the Billie Jean King Cup, the Ukrainian team achieved its first victory - Marta Kostyuk defeated Elisabetta Cocciaretto in two sets with a score of 6:2, 6:3. Kostyuk won the first set with a break and finished the match with a match point in the second set, which lasted an hour and a half.
Next match
After Kostyuk's victory, Elina Svitolina will play the next match. Her opponent will be Jasmine Paolini, the eighth-ranked player in the world. In the previous round, Marta Kostyuk brought the Ukrainian team its first victory in a tournament format different from singles. Now, if Svitolina wins, the Ukrainian team will be able to solidify its success and reach the final of the tournament.
The final showdown emphasizes the importance of each match for the team on the road to the Billie Jean King Cup final. Every victory by the Ukrainian tennis players brings them closer to winning the prestigious trophy.