United Cup
Muchova makes perfect start for Czechia at United Cup
Ruud will try to level tie against Machac
December 29, 2024
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Karolina Muchova defeats Malene Helgo in straight sets on Sunday in Sydney.
By ATP/WTA Staff
Karolina Muchova got the Czech Republic off to a winning start in Group B on Day 3 of the United Cup in Sydney with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Norway’s Malene Helgø.
Twelve months ago, Muchova missed the Australian swing as a result of a wrist injury that required surgery, one she only returned to the match court from six months ago. But the 2023 Roland Garros finalist was sharp from the first ball in her…