Sunday, 26. April 2015

 

Marrakech: Kaia to play a qualifier in the opening round

Kaia's first round opponent at Marrakech WTA International event will be a qualifier. The final qualification round will be played on Monday. Kaia's first round match will most probably be played on Tuesday.

 

Thursday, 09. April 2015

 

Katowice Open

Katowice POL, 06.04. – 12.04.2015 / International

KAIA KANEPI — ELIZAVETA KULICHKOVA / 123. RUS /

1:6 | 2:6

Kaia lost

Kaia lost 1:6 2:6.

Kaia’s own words: „She played very aggressively and was successful. I did not have much to do there today. The pace was very fast and I could not build anything. I did have more opportunities in the second set but she played very well at these points. She hit two aces in a row several times. Maybe I did not choose the right tactics in the beginning, I could have started with bigger shots as well. Maybe it would have given me better rhythm on that court with her today. It was difficult to bring in changes as she got initiative right from the start and was on a roll.“

 

Tuesday, 07. April 2015

 

Katowice Open

Katowice POL, 06.04. – 12.04.2015 / International

KAIA KANEPI — SHAHAR PEER / 118. ISR /

6:1 | 6:2

Kaia won

Kaia won and will meet Elizaveta Kulichkova (RUS, WTA 123) in the second round. The match will be played on Thursday starting at 16 local time / 17 Estonian time.

 

Monday, 06. April 2015

 

Katowice: Kaia to play Peer in the opening round

Kaia will play against Shahar Peer (ISR, WTA 118) in the opening round of Katowice Open. The match will be played on Tuesday as the fifth match of the day in court number 1. The first match starts at 12 local time / 13 Estonian time.

main draw

 

Saturday, 28. March 2015

 

Miami Open

Miami USA, 24.03. – 05.04.2015 / Premier Mandatory

KAIA KANEPI — CAROLINE WOZNIACKI / 5. DEN /

6:4 | 1:6 | 3:6

Kaia lost

Kaia's comments: "Caroline managed to play her game better than I did mine. In the beginning she made a lot of unforced errors in those windy conditions and I was more solid. After that I had a total off period as I tried to find my rhythm and shots. In decider I found that good feeling again but didn't manage to win this time."

 

Thursday, 26. March 2015

 

Miami Open

Miami USA, 24.03. – 05.04.2015 / Premier Mandatory

KAIA KANEPI — VARVARA LEPCHENKO / 31. USA /

6:2 | 6:4

Kaia won

Kaia about the match: "I got off with a good start and it helped to build confidence. The wind was blowing a lot and at some points it was very difficult to play. In the second set my opponent started to play and our match up then was even. I tried to stay still aggressive as much as I could and I won this match."

 

Tuesday, 24. March 2015

 

Miami Open

Miami USA, 24.03. – 05.04.2015 / Premier Mandatory

KAIA KANEPI — FRANCOISE ABANDA / 235. CAN /

6:2 | 6:3

Kaia won

Kaia in own words: "Those conditions (warm and humid) here in Miami have always suited me more than those at my last tournament's location in Californian desert. I have played not many competitive matches and therefore I wasn't the most confident. A successful aggressive game was a key to winning this match. I was a bit anxious in the beginning of this match but after a few games I started to feel very well and from there on I felt I played very well. I can't wait for my next match."

 

Monday, 23. March 2015

 

Miami: the draw is out

The main draw for Miami Open, a Premier Mandatory WTA event is out. Kaia faces in the 1st round one of the wild cards Francoise Abanda (CAN, WTA 235).

The first round matches start on Tuesday 24th of March.

Main Draw

 

Thursday, 12. March 2015

 

BNP Paribas Open

Indian Wells USA, 11.03. – 22.03.2015 / Premier

KAIA KANEPI — ONS JABEUR / 130. TUN /

5:7 | 2:6

Kaia lost

Kaia's comment: "My opponent played very confident and successfully today, I think she was helped by the fact she had already had two victorious matches in those conditions. In professional tennis it plays a big part. I had my chances but I didn't use them obviously. I have had always difficulties playing here."

 

Monday, 09. March 2015

 

BNP Paribas Open: Kaia starts against Jabeur

The main draw of BNP Paribas Open which is held in Californian desert was made today and Kaia will play a qualifier Ons Jabeur in the opening match. Match will be held on Thursday. Main draw

 

Sunday, 15. February 2015

 

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Dubai UAE, 15.02. – 21.02.2015 / Premier

KAIA KANEPI — SVETLANA KUZNETSOVA / 27. RUS /

1:4 ret |

Kaia lost

Kaia had to retire due to back injury.

Kaia’s own words: „My back started to hurt yesterday during practice but then the pain went away. Today, after first games it was evident that the pain was back. I did take a medical break but it did not help much and I had to retire. I will stay here for some days and get help from WTA physiotherapists. With strains, usually the best cure is to rest.“

Kaia’s participation in the next tournaments will be decided in the beginning of March.

 

Saturday, 14. February 2015

 

Dubai: Kaia to play Kuznetsova in the opening round

The main draw of Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships was made today and Kaia will play Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS, WTA 27) in the opening round. Kuznetsova is leading their head-to-head by 2:1. Kaia won their last meeting in Moscow in 2011.

The match is scheduled for tomorrow as the second match at center court. First match starts at 12 local time / 10 Estonian time.

Main draw

 

Saturday, 07. February 2015

 

Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II

Tallinn Est, 04.02. – 07.02.2015 / Fed Cup

KAIA KANEPI — TADEJA MAJERIC / 234. SLO /

6:2 | 3:0 ret

Kaia won

Kaia won the play off match against Majeric and after singles matches Estonian team has won the whole encounter against Slovenia. This means that Estonian team was promoted to Euro-Africa zone group I for the next year.

Kaia's post match interview in Estonian is here

 

Friday, 06. February 2015

 

Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II

Tallinn Est, 04.02. – 07.02.2015 / Fed Cup

KAIA KANEPI — OLA ABOU ZEKRY / 477. EGY /

6:0 | 6:1

Kaia won

In the final round-robin rubber Estonian team won against Egipt 2:1 and will play the promotion match against Slovenia tomorrow.

 

Thursday, 05. February 2015

 

Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II

Tallinn Est, 04.02. – 07.02.2015 / Fed Cup

KAIA KANEPI — CHANELLE SCHEEPERS / 83. RSA /

4:6 | 3:6

Kaia lost

Kaia lost today her singles match against Scheepers and the rubber against South Africa was decided in the doubles match. Kaia and Anett played their first doubles match together and unfortunately Estonian team lost in tight deciding set. So in total Estonia lost the round-robin rubber against South Africa 1:2.

 

Wednesday, 04. February 2015

 

Fed Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II

Tallinn Est, 04.02. – 07.02.2015 / Fed Cup

KAIA KANEPI — JASMINA TINJIC / 560. BIH /

7:5 | 6:1

Kaia won

After three-week long break due to illness, Kaia is returning to the court to help the Estonian team in Fed Cup Euro-Africa zone group II event in Tallinn. She won her first round-robin match against Jasmina Tinjic (WTA 588, BIH). As Anett Kontaveit won earlier her singles match, the Estonian team won the whole encounter against Bosnia/Herzegovina.

Kaia's post-match interview can be seen here. (in Estonian)

 

Tuesday, 20. January 2015

 

Australian Open

Melbourne AUS, 19.01. – 31.01.2015 / GS

KAIA KANEPI — IRINA FALCONI / 110. USA /

6:2 | 4:6 | 5:7

Kaia lost

 

Saturday, 17. January 2015

 

Melbourne: Kaia to play Falconi in the open in ground

Kaia's first round opponent at Australian Open will be Irina Falconi (USA, WTA 110). Kaia is leading their head-to-head by 1:0.

Main draw is here.

First round matches will start on Monday, 19th of January. Kaia's first round match will most probably be played on Tuesday, 20th of January.

 

Wednesday, 14. January 2015

 

Hobart International

Hobart AUS, 11.01. – 17.01.2015 / International

KAIA KANEPI — CAMILA GIORGI / 35. ITA /

w | o |

Kaia lost

Kaia has pulled out of the tournament.

Kaia's comment: "Tasmanian weather changes quickly and the rain with heavy wind gusts have left mark on many players health who come from warmer conditions. I shall rest a few days and next up is awaited 1st Grand Slam of the year Australian Open".

Kaia faces first Irina Falconi at the 1st Grand Slam of the year.

Draw can be found here. Matches will resume on Monday 19.01 and Kaia's draw side plays on Tuesday.

 

Sunday, 11. January 2015

 

Hobart International

Hobart AUS, 11.01. – 17.01.2015 / International

KAIA KANEPI — MONICA PUIG / 59. PUR /

6:4 | 6:1

Kaia won

Kaia won 1st round at a new tournament.

Kaia's thoughts after the match: "Mentally it was a bit tough to start a new tournament after such short pause and also I didn't feel very sharp physically. In Brisbane matches were held under the roof and here I played outside in the sun. Everything felt a bit bright and unusual, regardless I managed to play decent tennis. I am glad about the win and also the fact that I can play here more.

Those who missed the match you can re-watch it here.