Tennis
EnglishHandshake Drama Unfolds at Italian Open: Ostapenko vs. Kalinskaya
At the Italian Open, Jelena Ostapenko steamrolled Anna Kalinskaya 6-1, 6-2, but the real fireworks happened after the match! Instead of a friendly handshake, Kalinskaya dashed to the umpire while Ostapenko waved to her cheering fans. Speculation exploded online, with some fans saying it was a stand for Ukraine, while others pointed to their past drama. Oh, the tennis tea is hot!
few days ago | Parv Anand
Quick rundown
1.Ostapenko dominated Kalinskaya in a one-sided match.
2.Handshake snub sparked controversy at the Italian Open.
3.Speculations link Ostapenko's actions to Ukraine support.
4.Past feud between Ostapenko and Kalinskaya adds context.
5.Ostapenko aims for her first WTA singles title in 2026.
