Kirilenko, Lisicki reach Pattaya Open final

 
No Author Published: February 2, 2013    Comment on this article Leave a comment

PATTAYA, Thailand (AP) — Second-seeded Maria Kirilenko of Russia and fifth-seeded Sabine Lisicki of Germany advanced to the final of the Pattaya Open with straight-set victories on Saturday.

photo - Maria Kirilenko of Russia returns a shot against Sorana Cirstea of Romania  during their semifinal tennis match at the Pattaya Open tennis in Pattaya, Thailand, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)
Maria Kirilenko of Russia returns a shot against Sorana Cirstea of Romania during their semifinal tennis match at the Pattaya Open tennis in Pattaya, Thailand, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

Multimedia

Kirilenko used a powerful return of serve to defeat fourth-seeded Sorana Cirstea of Romania 6-0, 6-2 in only 67 minutes and take a 3-2 lead in head-to-head encounters.

Lisicki boosted her chances of a fourth WTA title, firing eight aces to beat Nina Bratchikova of Russia 7-5, 6-3 at Dusit Resort.

Lisicki saved five of eight break points during the 90-minute match against her 130th-ranked opponent.





If you prefer your thoughts to appear in The Oklahoman's Opinion section, we encourage you to submit a letter to the editor.


Racheal Ray Lost 47 lbs
She melted away 7lbs of fat a week by following this 1 weight loss tip
www.rachaelsnewdiet.com
Happy Grazers Slow Feeder
Cut chore time in half, Save money & have Happier, Healthier horses!
www.HappyGrazers.com

Sports Photo Galleriesview all