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Caroline Garcia was counting on the Monterrey tournament to go for a first title in 2023. It will still have to wait despite a good week. The WTA 250 in Monterrey was a great opportunity for “Caro”, number 1 seed. After easily disposing of Kaja Juvan, Nuria Parrizas Diaz, Mayar Sherif and Elise Mertens in the semifinals, the Frenchwoman lost in her 16th final to Donna Vekic, 6-4, 3-6, 7-5. It’s a pity because the Frenchwoman was hoping to regain her 4th world ranking with a 12th title. “A good week” for Garcia, who was satisfied with her performance after the match.
Donna Vekic, who was playing her 11th career final against Caro, managed to go for a fourth title. The Croatian, ranked 31st in the world, conceded eight break points in the last set before finally trapping Garcia at the best of times, at 6-5 in favor of the Croatian. Cruel for the Frenchwoman who was extremely solid before giving in under pressure. With this trophy, Vekic has climbed eight places and is now ranked 23rd in the world.
