Tubello reaches WTA 125 final

Alice Tubello, a 25-year-old French tennis player, has reached her first WTA 125 final at the Curitiba tournament after defeating Nauhany Vitoria Leme Da Silva with scores of 6-0 and 6-1 in the semifinals.

Semifinal victory after tough match

Tubello had earlier defeated eighth seed Jazmin Ortenzi in a three-set match (2-6, 6-2, 6-3) to advance to the semifinals. This win marked a significant step in her progression through the tournament.

Early rounds highlight strong performance

Before reaching the semifinals, Tubello had defeated fourth seed Laura Samson and qualifier Luna Maria Cinalli in the earlier rounds, showcasing her consistent performance throughout the competition.

Final match against Grabher

Tubello will now face Julia Grabher in the final, marking a crucial moment in her career as she aims to secure her first WTA 125 title.

Improved world ranking and tournament significance

Her performance at Curitiba has helped Tubello improve her world ranking, which is now virtually at 172nd, surpassing her previous best of 198th. The tournament also plays a key role in her qualification for the 2027 Australian Open.