Masarova claims semi-final spot in Båstad

Masarova claims semi-final spot in Båstad

The Spaniard Rebeka Masarova, ranked 146, has impressed in Båstad and took a good scalp when she today defeated the Slovak Anna Karolina Schmiedlova, ranked 84th in the world.

Schmiedlova started the match strong and went to a convincing lead but Masarova totally turned the match around in the second set. The third set was an even deal and the match ended in Masarova’s favor 36 61 75. Masarova is now up against the American Lauren Davis, who dismissed Rebecca Peterson on Thursday.