In a tense first set, with the score tied at 4-4, Pavlyuchenkova appeared to win a game point when Kartal\u2019s backhand landed visibly long. However, a failure in the electronic line-calling system\u2014later blamed on operator error\u2014meant the point was replayed instead of awarded to the Russian. Kartal capitalized on the confusion, breaking serve and earning a set point in the following game as per WTA.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
But the veteran Pavlyuchenkova responded with calm authority. She saved set point, broke back, and then cruised through the tiebreak, showcasing her trademark power and experience. The World No. 50, who was diagnosed with Lyme disease in February and has since been on a determined comeback trail, kept up her level in the second set with a flurry of highlight-reel shots\u2014 including a left-handed forehand winner and a deft lob.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a tense first set, with the score tied at 4-4, Pavlyuchenkova appeared to win a game point when Kartal\u2019s backhand landed visibly long. However, a failure in the electronic line-calling system\u2014later blamed on operator error\u2014meant the point was replayed instead of awarded to the Russian. Kartal capitalized on the confusion, breaking serve and earning a set point in the following game as per WTA.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The win marks Pavlyuchenkova\u2019s 10th Grand Slam quarterfinal and second this season, her first time reaching that milestone in a single year since 2011. With an 8-1 record on grass this season and a semifinal run in Eastbourne already under her belt, she\u2019s in top form heading into a clash against either Amanda Anisimova or Linda Noskova for a place in the semifinals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n