Danielle Collins expressed her excitement about reaching the biggest match of her career in her home state. Reflecting on her childhood, Collins recalled her father’s words that she would only come to the tournament if she played. Collins acknowledged the impressive play of her opponent, Alexandrova, and the challenging nature of their match due to their similar game styles.
Collins expressed confidence in her upcoming match against Rybakina, noting their past battles and their shared strength as big hitters. She concluded the interview by thanking the audience for staying late and wishing them a good night.
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Collins in Miami, ranking, and results in 2024
Now the world no.53, Danielle owns a composed 19-7 win-loss record in 2024. Collins is currently playing in Miami where she managed to beat the world no.81 Bernarda Pera 3-6 6-1 6-1, the world no.29 Anastasia Potapova 6-2 6-2, the world no.65 Elina Avanesyan 6-1 6-2, the world no.24 Sorana Cirstea 6-3 6-2, the world no.27 Caroline Garcia 6-3 6-2 and the world no.16 Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-3 6-2.
Danielle Collins will compete against the world no.4 Elena Rybakina in the final. Their actual record is 3-1 for Rybakina.
Collins will play next in Charleston (Credit One Charleston Open). She will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 1st of April.