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Russian won single tournament in Aruba for the first time
Thursday, 17 November 2016 13:02

Russian won single tournament in Aruba for the first time

Beach tennis fest in Aruba is on fire, and we were able to talk with the winner of WOMEN SINGLES at the ARUBA BT OPEN 2016 - Irina Glimakova!

BTR: Tell us about your way at the tournament in Aruba, the most simple, difficult, and memorable matches. And a little more of course about the final match against the first racket of the world.

IG: The whole way was difficult, but I managed to overcome it and win! Emotions overwhelm and I'm very happy with my results. At this level of the tournament there are no easy matches even in the first round, despite the fact that my opponent was not from the top, the match was not easy, because you need to enter the competitive mindset, to get used to outdoor conditions. The second round match was a turning point, I was playing against Flavia Muniz and I was losing the match, but in the end I managed to pull out a victory. This match was decisive, it gave me more confidence and the next match against Pauline Bourdet I won with easy score 7-0, but every game was tight. And finally the semi-finals, centre court with lights, music and the audience and in front of me is Federica Bacchetta! I had a good attitude and the game was in my favor. Final! The final needs always a special mood...we must show the best game, no step back. I didn’t think that I play against the first racket of the world! I was just trying to show my best tennis, and I did it! The first 4 games were on the same level, but then I managed to make a break and to hold my serve. Emotions...unreal to play with such support in the stands and the commentator… It is definitely an unforgettable experience! I want more and more! So I guess the final match is the most memorable.

BTR: Is that your first success in singles?

IG: I've won a single tournament of 1 category in Guadeloupe, but on tournament of such level as Aruba for the first time.

BTR: What do you think about the future of this category of Beach Tennis?

IG: I would love to have made it official and include to the ranking system. I don’t know about the future, but I will always try to play single tournaments, if it’s possible! I will support this category of Beach Tennis.

BTR: It is your first time in Aruba, tell us about emotions.

IG: Yes, I'm for the first time in Aruba. There are stunning beach and good organization! Nothing bad to say...even if there are shortcomings, you just look at the ocean and everything becomes perfect! Very hot, but all in the same conditions.

BTR: How would you celebrate the victory!?

IG: The Tournament continues. There are still a mixed doubles and women doubles tournaments...Think about the celebration later. Wanted to thank everyone for the congratulations, I am very pleased! I will try to continue to please you with my results!

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