Kasatkina's Hilarious Reaction to Sabalenka Draw Goes Viral

Daria Kasatkina's candid reaction to facing Aryna Sabalenka in Berlin has sparked amusement among tennis fans. The Russian star, who recently triumphed over Marta Kostyuk at the ecotrans Ladies Open, was caught on camera expressing her dismay upon learning that her next opponent would be the reigning Australian Open champion.

"Oh my God, no," Kasatkina exclaimed, eliciting laughter from her friend and fellow player Daria Saville. The Aussie, who also received a challenging draw in Birmingham, shared the clip on social media with the caption "Classic."

Despite her initial reaction, Kasatkina remained composed and praised the tournament's high level of competition. "This 500 is special," she said. "You can get a top player in the first round, so it's a very tough tournament. The list of players is incredible."

Kasatkina's victory over Kostyuk was hard-fought, requiring two hours and 39 minutes to rally from a set down. The former world No. 8 attributed her comeback to her ability to adapt to the grass surface. "I felt that in the first set, but then I got used to it a little bit more," she explained.

Sabalenka, who will also be making her grass-court debut in Berlin, will pose a formidable challenge for Kasatkina. The Belarusian has won their last three encounters and holds a 2-6 advantage in their overall head-to-head record.

The match between Kasatkina and Sabalenka is set to be a captivating clash between two of the WTA's top players. Kasatkina's resilience and Sabalenka's power will make for an intriguing battle on the Berlin grass.

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