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Maria Sakkari thriller sees her secure a spot in the Miami Open quarterfinals

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Andriana Simos

Greek tennis player, Maria Sakkari, has battled past her American opponent, Jessica Pegula, at the Miami Open to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.

In a match that went for 2 hours and 38 minutes, Sakkari had to save 6 match points against Pegula to secure her victory 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(6).

“I always like to compete and win for my country… I’m super proud I’m Greek!” Sakkari said on-court after her win.

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