Zeynep Sonmez dominates Jasmine Paolini for first career Top 10 win
The Turkish qualifier rolled, 6-2, 6-2, to advance Wednesday.
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Zeynep Sönmez has been making waves on the WTA Tour, highlighted by a notable breakthrough season and significant improvements in the rankings, including reaching the Top 70 in late 2025 and continuing strong form in 2026. This includes high-profile wins and a growing sponsorship profile, reflecting her rising international profile.[2][3][4]
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Her performance at the Australian Open 2026 drew attention for her deep run and for her on-court sportsmanship, such as assisting a ball kid during a match, which amplified her public image beyond on-court results.[3][5]
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In April 2026, she achieved another major result by defeating a top-10 opponent on clay in Stuttgart, marking her first win over a top-10 player and solidifying her status as a rising star for Turkey.[4][10]
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