In a thrilling face-off between the Hawks led by Świątek and Hurkacz and the Eagles at the World Tennis League in Abu Dhabi, the Polish duo secured a convincing 6-2 win against Andreyeva and Rublev. However, the Eagles claimed an overall 31-28 victory.
Świątek and Hurkacz dominated the opening match, triumphing 6-2 against their Russian opponents. In the subsequent game, partnering with Garcia, they faced a neck-and-neck battle against Kenin and Andreyeva, losing 6-4.
Hurkacz, with Ruud, initially surged but fell short against Medvedev and Rublev, losing 7-6 (7-1). The Hawks briefly led 16-15 after three matches but lost momentum when Garcia succumbed to Kenin 5-7.
The spotlight fell on Hurkacz and Medvedev’s intense duel, with Hurkacz edging a 7-6 (7-4) win, leading to a tiebreak. In the final showdown, Medvedev claimed victory at 10-4.
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🎾 Świątek/Hurkacz – Andreeva/Rublev 6:2
🎾 Świątek/Garcia – Kenin/Andreeva 4:6
🎾 Hurkacz/Ruud – Medvedev/Rublev 6:7(1)
🎾 Garcia – Kenin 5:7
🎾 Hurkacz – Medvedev 7:6(4)
🎾 shootout: Hurkacz – Medvedev 4-10
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Their next challenge against the Kites awaits on December 23 as they strive to climb the rankings, hoping to bounce back in the tournament.