Tennis sensation Paula Badosa toppled Renata Zarazua 6-3, 4-6, 6-2 in the first round of Qatar Open 2025 in Doha at Centre Court Arena on February 10. The Spanish player has been seen in great form, having won the first set of the game. However, Renata staged her comeback in the second set of the game to level up the encounter. However, Badosa kept her resilience and poise in the game and showcased stunning groundstrokes to win the decider set to storm into the second round of the game.
During the post-match interview, the Spanish star expressed her happiness after storming into the top 10 WTA rankings after her blistering performance in the Australian Open 2025, where she made it to the semifinals before losing to world number one and her close friend Aryna Sabalenka. The 27-year-old tennis star made bold headlines in the first Grand Slam of the year when she defeated world number three Coco Gauff in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open 2025. She was sensational throughout the tournament, which allowed her to achieve her 10th WTA ranking.
Just a year ago, she was in a horrendous condition due to injuries, and doctors have advised her that she might have to retire from the game. Despite this, Badosa remained optimistic about her career and became one of the strongest tennis players. After defeating Renata, Badosa reveals how much it means to her to be back in the top 10 WTA rankings.
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Paula Badosa opens up after beating Renata Zarazua in Doha
Reporter asked, "Last year we were celebrating your competing again. Today, we can celebrate that you’re back in the top 10.”
Paula Badosa: "I did it once before the injury. Doing it twice for me is amazing. It means the world to me.”
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