Kanepi’s strong start leads to victory in Palermo
Tennis newsFifth-seeded Kaia Kanepi has defeated defending champion Flavia Pennetta 6-4, 6-3 in the final of the Palermo Open.
Pennetta made a strong start by breaking Kanepi in the first game Sunday, but the Estonian broke back in the sixth game to draw level at 3-3.
Kanepi broke again to take a 5-3 lead. Pennetta broke back immediately, but Kanepi broke the Italian again to take the set.
In the second set, Kanepi broke three times to lead 5-2. Pennetta then held her serve before the Estonian served out the victory.
It continues Kanepis impressive recent form after she reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon.
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