Former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova was stunned by Russian qualifier Anastasia Gasanova at the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open.
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The inaugural WTA 500 event in the UAE attracted some of tennis' top names, including defending Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin.
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Arabian No. 1 Ons Jabeur has also impressed in action in Abu Dhabi.
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World No. 5 Elina Svitolina of the Ukraine is also in town.
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The competition also gave a glimpse of tomorrow with youngsters such as the electric Coco Gauff taking part.
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Greek star Maria Sakkari was keen to make an impact.
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As was 30-year-old French veteran Alize Cornet.
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Elena Rybakina has been training in the UAE for some time to prepare for the new season.
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The big names just keep coming, with Garbine Muguruza also in the competition.
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And Aryna Sabalenka is hoping to prepare for the Australian open in perfect style in Abu Dhabi.
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