Australian Open 2023: Sania Mirza-Anna Danilina’s duo sail to the second round of Women’s Doubles category

Indian tennis sensation Sania Mirza and Kazakhstan's Anna Danilina have stormed into the second round of the women’s doubles in the Australian Open. The duo sweeped off victory from their competitors Dalma Galfi (Hungary) and Bernarda Pera (USA) on Thursday at Melbourne Park.

The match stretched for one hour and fifteen minutes, making Sania and Anna record a win with 6-2 and 7-5 scores. The winner duo wrapped up the first set in less than twenty-five minutes and secured a 4-1 lead in the second set. Sania Mirza and Anna Danilina got stiff competition from the opposite team during the second set. Their competitors, Galfi and Pera, won four games consecutively to settle the score at five-all.

The pair broke Bernarda Pera’s serve while Anna held her own to record the victory to their names. Now, Sania Mirza and Anna Danilina are set to compete against Alison Van Uytvanck and Anhelina Kalinina in the tournament's second round. Sania’s recent victory holds a special place in the hearts of her fans for more than one reason. The six-time Grand Slam winner, Sania Mirza, recently announced that the Australian Open 2023 would be her last major championship before retirement. The star tennis player will bid adieu to the game after the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championship beginning on February 19, 2023.


Sania Mirza is undisputedly one of the most successful women's tennis players in the history of India. The 36-year-old champion has several titles to her credit, including the World No.1 in the doubles category. Mirza’s sheer dedication to the game and exemplary skills have made her win the hearts of millions of tennis lovers in India and worldwide.

FAQ

Q1. Where is the hometown of Sania Mirza?
Ans. Sania Mirza is from Mumbai, India.


Q2. When did Sania Mirza become the World's No.1 tennis player in the doubles category?
Ans. In 2015, Sania Mirza became the first Indian female tennis player to shine as the World’s No.1 in the doubles category.