Friday, 26. June 2015

 

Wimbledon awaits

It is time grass tennis and Wimbledon. Kaia is meeting in the first round Su-Wei Hseih (WTA130.) a qualifier to the main the main draw. Main draw matches begin on Monday. Head-to-head us 1-0 in favour of Su-Wei.

 

Wednesday, 03. June 2015

 

Open Féminin de Marseille

Marseille FRA, 01.06. – 07.06.2015 / ITF $100 000

KAIA KANEPI — ALIAKSANDRA SASNOVICH / 127. BLR /

3:6 | 7:5 | 2:6

Kaia lost

 

Monday, 25. May 2015

 

Roland Garros

Paris FRA, 24.05. – 07.06.2015 / GS

KAIA KANEPI — MARIA SHARAPOVA / 2. RUS /

6:2 | 6:4

Kaia lost

Kaia about the match: It was good that I started play better in the 2nd set and match got tighter. I hope it helps me to progress and I'll play better next tournaments. It is a pity that I couldn't start well and felt insecure in the beginning of the match - it was the first match of the tournament and I wasn't sure whether my physical condition is good after illness. I feel sad that I cannot play more matches at my favorite tournament.

 

Monday, 04. May 2015

 

Mutua Madrid Open

Madrid ESP, 02.05. – 09.05.2015 / Premier

KAIA KANEPI — SAMANTHA STOSUR / 24. AUS /

3:6 | 2:6

Kaia lost

Kaia lost to Stosur 3:6 2:6.

Kaia's own words: "She played very well today. It was very difficult to stay in the rallies as her shots were very tricky and with lots of spin today. I had a good feeling at court today but just could not get a grip on her game today."

 

Saturday, 02. May 2015

 

Mutua Madrid Open

Madrid ESP, 02.05. – 09.05.2015 / Premier

KAIA KANEPI — MADISON KEYS / 17. USA /

6:4 | 6:3

Kaia won

Kaia won and will meet Stosur (AUS, WTA 24) in the second round.

Kaia's own words: "We had very short rallies in the opening set as we both served well. I did manage to return better in the end. In the second set the points got longer and I managed better today. I also served well through the whole match."

 

Tuesday, 28. April 2015

 

Grand Prix SAR La Princesse Lalla Meryem

Marrakech MAR, 27.04. – 02.05.2015 / International

KAIA KANEPI — TELIANA PEREIRA / 81. BRA /

3:6 | 2:6

Kaia lost

 

Monday, 27. April 2015

 

Marrakech: Kaia to play Pereira in the opening round

The final qualifying round was played today at Marrakesh WTA International event. Kaias opponent for the first round will be Teliana Pereira (WTA 81, BRA). The match will be played on Tuesday as the third match on court number 4. First match starts at 10:30 local time / 12:30 Estonian time.

 

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