Marta Kostyuk continued her winning streak at the WTA Madrid Open, defeating Czech player Linda Noskova in the quarterfinals with a score of 7-6, 6-0.
This match marked the first encounter between Kostyuk and Noskova. The Ukrainian entered the match without having lost a set throughout the tournament, while Noskova had recently played a lengthy three-set match against Coco Gauff in the previous round.
The first set was closely contested, with Kostyuk managing to secure victory in a tiebreak after 1 hour and 5 minutes of play, winning it decisively 7-1.
The second set, however, showcased a dominant performance from Kostyuk, who won 6-0 in just 24 minutes, closing out the set on Noskova’s serve.
WTA 1000. Madrid. Quarterfinal
Marta Kostyuk (Ukraine, 26) — Linda Noskova (Czech Republic, 13) — 2:0 (7:6, 6:0)
Significance of Kostyuk’s Victory
- Kostyuk has matched her personal best at WTA 1000 events, having previously reached the semifinals only at Indian Wells in 2024.
- This victory marks her 10th consecutive win at WTA tournaments, setting a new personal record.
- She has not lost a set in her last six matches, which is also a career best, a streak that began with her triumph in Rouen, France.
- Kostyuk’s next opponent in Madrid will be Austria’s Anastasia Potapova, currently ranked 56th in the WTA standings.
Marta Kostyuk's victory over Linda Noskova in the Madrid Open quarterfinals extends her winning streak and secures her place in the semifinals. This match highlights her continued success on the WTA tour.