In the final match, Sönmez, ranked 127th in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) world rankings, defeated American player Ann Li, who is currently ranked 111th, with a score of 6-2, 6-1. The match lasted for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
This victory is significant for Zeynep Sönmez, as it marks her first title at the WTA level. Following this success, she has risen 36 places in the world rankings, reaching the 91st position and setting a new career record.
As a result, Zeynep Sönmez has become the second Turkish tennis player to win a WTA tournament, following Çagla Büyükakçay. This triumph is not only a personal achievement for the athlete but also a significant milestone for Turkish tennis as a whole.
