Angelina Kalinina is preparing for the start of the tournament in Eastbourne

Ukrainian tennis player Angelina Kalinin (WTA 47) begins her performances at the prestigious WTA 500 tournament in Eastbourne, Great Britain. This is a grass tournament that is an important preparation for Wimbledon, which gives it a special significance.

First round of qualification: Opponent from Great Britain

Angelina will start her journey from the qualification, where she will meet the British tennis player Sarah Beth Gray (WTA 358) in the first round. Gray, although lower-ranked, is playing on her home court, which could give her confidence and support from the crowd.

"It will be a difficult match, but I'm ready for the challenge. Grass courts always add unpredictability, but I feel in good shape," Kalinin said on the eve of the meeting.

Possible opponents in the qualification final

If Angelina defeats Sarah Beth Gray, she will face the winner of Lauren Davis (USA, WTA 286) and Laura Siegemund (Germany, WTA 36) in the qualifying final. Both opponents have considerable experience and can become serious opponents for Kalinina.

Tournament in Eastbourne: preparation for Wimbledon

The tournament in Eastbourne, which will be held from June 24 to 29, is an important stage of preparation for Wimbledon, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments. For many tennis players, this is an opportunity to adapt to grass courts and test their strength before the main tournament on grass.

Historical context and significance of the tournament

The Eastbourne tournament always attracts the attention of top players and young talents. Winning this tournament can be an important achievement in the career of any tennis player. For example, in past years, such stars as Carolina Wozniacki and Petra Kvitova triumphed here.

Expectations from Kalinina's speech

Angelina Kalinina has been showing consistent results over the last season, and her performance in Eastbourne could be another step towards the top of the world rankings. Her game on grass has always been characterized by high technique and quick adaptation to changing conditions.

"I always try to improve my game. The tournament in Eastbourne is a great opportunity to show my level and prepare for Wimbledon," Angelina commented.

Forecasts and hopes

Fans and experts are looking forward to Kalinina's match in Eastbourne. Her performance can be an important indicator of readiness for major competitions this season. A win in qualifying and a successful performance at the tournament could significantly improve her position in the world rankings and increase her chances of success at Wimbledon.

Editor: Emilia Morozova