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Kostyuk of Ukraine beats Russian opponent Andreeva to win Madrid Open title
TL;DR
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine won the Madrid Open by defeating Russian player Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-3. The match was marked by the players not shaking hands post-game amid ongoing tensions between their countries.
Key points
- Marta Kostyuk won the Madrid Open title.
- She defeated Mirra Andreeva in the final match.
- The match ended with a score of 7-5, 6-3.
- Kostyuk did not shake hands with Andreeva after the match.
- This victory marks Kostyuk's third WTA title.
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Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine kisses the trophy after winning the final match at the Madrid Open tennis tournament in Madrid, Spain, Saturday, May 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)
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Q&A
What was the score of the Madrid Open final between Kostyuk and Andreeva?
Marta Kostyuk won the final match against Mirra Andreeva with a score of 7-5, 6-3.
Why didn't Kostyuk and Andreeva shake hands after their match?
Kostyuk and Andreeva did not shake hands due to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, which has affected their countries since 2022.
How many WTA titles has Marta Kostyuk won after the Madrid Open?
After winning the Madrid Open, Marta Kostyuk has a total of three WTA titles, with two of them won in consecutive tournaments.
