Brazilian tennis star’s ‘genius’ no-look backhand applauded by opponent
The 26-year-old is ranked no.73 amongEikeri had a simple return and it looked like Martins had no chanceConnected with it and sent it over and out of reachPlaying alongside Belarusian partner Lidziya Marozava, the duo lost to Alexandra Panova and Ulrikke Eikeri, but the match won’t be remembered for that.
Marosava had just returned a wicked serve, but it appeared her efforts were in vain as she gave Eikeri a simple put-away right by the net. Sending it over the net beyond Panova’s reach, the crowd gave a huge cheer as Panova instantly began applauding.
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