Indian Wells: Harriet Dart’s run to round of 16 ended by Madison Keys as Simona Halep and Iga Swiatek both win | Tennis News

Harriet Dart knocked out the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells by strong American Madison Keys; despite being beaten, the Briton will climb to the top 100 after a great run through qualifying in the California desert

Harriet Dart’s Indian Wells Run Was Finished By Madison Keys

Harriet Dart’s Indian Wells adventure came and ended at the hands of American Madison Keys that made a big splash on Tuesday.

Dart produced stunning wins over Elina Svitolina and world number 18 Kaia Kanepi, but she couldn’t handle the strength of the Australian Open semi-finalist and a 6-1 6-4 defeat in the California desert.

The 25-year-old Londoner, who qualified to reach a main draw at one of the biggest events outside of the Grand Slam, is guaranteed a top 100 finish for the first time despite a round of 16 defeat. the end of the event. .

Halep wins Romania derby

Simona Halep reaches the quarterfinals for the fifth time at Indian Wells

Simona Halep beat fellow Romanian Sorana Cirstea 6-1 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals for the fifth time.

Former world No. 1 Halep, who won the WTA 1000 seven years ago, made it through the first set with the help of her fouled opponent.

Cirstea took a 2-0 lead to start the second half but the two-time major champion fought back, sealing victory as the world number 27 hit a wide backhand into the match point.

A beaming Halep blew a kiss in front of the television cameras, fisted and waved excitedly to the crowd at Stadium One after winning the Romania derby.

“It was a good match,” Halep said. “I think I played super well in the first set. In the second set I started playing a little bit inconsistently. But overall it was a great game and I’m very pleased with the win.

“I think everyone has a bit of tension playing against someone from the same country. But I can say I’m used to it. I’ve played a lot of times with all the Romanian players. But with her , I haven’t played in 12 years, so it’s something new.

“I feel happy because gradually I find my rhythm. I find joy in being on the field, playing and also fighting for every point that I play.”

Next up for Halep is Petra Martic after the Croatian beat Ludmilla Samsonova 7-6 (8-6) 6-4.

Iga Swiatek returned to score a 4-6 6-2 6-3 victory over former world No. 1 and fellow Grand Slam champion Angelique Kerber in their first meeting.

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