Anna Kalinskaya marked a pivotal moment in her season with a victory over Madison Keys at the Charleston Open. Following her impressive performance, Kalinskaya shared how much the win meant to her, saying, “This one is special. I needed this for my confidence. I had an unfortunate start to the year. It’s nice to be back and playing at such a high level.”

The Russian athlete, who had been seeking a strong result to kickstart her year, demonstrated her determination and skill against Keys, a formidable opponent ranked among the WTA’s top players. Kalinskaya’s fearless approach and precise gameplay on the clay court were key factors in her success.

Her reflections after the match shed light on the challenges she faced earlier in the season, and the sense of relief and pride she felt after delivering a high-level performance. Kalinskaya’s triumph is a reminder of the ups and downs that athletes experience and the importance of perseverance in the face of setbacks.

Kalinskaya in Charleston, ranking, and results in 2025

Currently ranked no.

33, Kalinskaya has managed to achieve a composed 6-7 match record in 2025. Kalinskaya is playing in Charleston where she conquered Unknown Player bye, the world no.397 Caty McNally 6-1 6-4 and the world no.5 Madison Keys 6-2 6-4.

Anna Kalinskaya will come up against the world no.44 Sofia Kenin in the quarter on Friday at 2:00 pm on CREDIT ONE STADIUM. They have never competed against each other till now on the main tour.