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Analysis: As Petra Kvitova continues to struggle, do top WTA players regain their form after becoming a mother?

Petra Kvitova losing out in her opening round to Katie Volynets and not being able to win matches since her return has opened up a new debate surrounding the effect of becoming a mother and how some bounce back and others don't.

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WTA Madrid Day 2 Predictions Including Katie Volynets vs Petra Kvitova

The first round of the 2025 Mutua Madrid Open features some intriguing WTA matchups. Katie Volynets takes on Petra Kvitova in a battle of youth versus experience, while Maya Joint faces Carlota Martínez Cirez.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / April 21

WTA Madrid Day 1 Predictions Including Petra Kvitova vs Katie Volynets

The WTA Mutua Madrid Open is the first WTA 1000 tournament on clay of this season, and the draw is stacked as expected. Madrid’s high altitude brings a different challenge for players, making this event super exciting.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / March 18

Sofia Kenin holds strong at Miami Open to overcome Petra Kvitova's challenge

Sofia Kenin secured a hard-fought victory over Petra Kvitova, winning 6-4, 7-5, and eliminating the former Miami Open champion. It was arguably the match of Tuesday, 18th, with two former Grand Slam champions facing off in the first round, where the differences between them were minimal, and both had moments of doubt on their service games.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

WTA Miami Day 1 Predictions Including Petra Kvitova vs Sofia Kenin

Petra Kvitova has only played two matches since coming back to the Tour, losing both in straight sets. Her next opponent will be in-form Sofia Kenin on Day 1 of the WTA 1000 in Miami, with the two last clashing in the semifinals at 2020 Roland Garros.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / March 15

Miami Open wildcards announced: Petra Kvitova and Christopher Eubanks headline the list

The Miami Open wildcards have been announced, with two-time Grand Slam champion Petra Kvitova and former Wimbledon quarterfinalist Christopher Eubanks leading the pack.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / March 5

Petra Kvitova’s comeback continues with another tough loss to Gracheva at Indian Wells

Petra Kvitova once again struggled with her rhythm, falling to Varvara Gracheva 6-4, 3-6, 4-6. The unforced errors took their toll on the two-time Grand Slam champion, who now faces her second consecutive defeat since returning after a year-long maternity break.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

WTA Indian Wells Day 1 Predictions Petra Kvitova vs Varvara Gracheva

Petra Kvitova missed the entire 2024 season before returning to action last week in Austin. A three-time quarterfinalist at the WTA 1000 in Indian Wells (2013, 2016, 2023), the former World No.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Seven Players Receive WTA Miami Open Wild Cards

The 2025 Miami Open is the second leg of the famed Sunshine Swing. A full-strength lineup is expected to assemble at the Hard Rock Stadium in a couple of weeks to play in the fourth WTA 1000 of the season.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / February 25

Daily Dose of Social Media: Kvitova returns for first time in 17 months, sublime Sinner at Milan Fashion Week

In our Daily Dose of Social Media, we look back at the top entertainment from the day that has just passed and the moments you may have missed from the tennis tour.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / February 25

Two-time Wimbledon champion set to make her WTA comeback after 17 months away, reckons 'it will be very tough'

Last year, women’s tennis witnessed several comebacks from maternity leave such as Naomi Osaka and Belinda Bencic, who have already swiftly asserted themselves into the circuit.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / February 25

Petra Kvitova’s long-awaited return ends in loss, but her level looks promising against Jodie Burrage

Petra Kvitova squandered her chances and returned to the WTA Tour with a defeat against Jodie Burrage, 6-3, 4-6, 4-6 at ATX Open Austin. The Czech star made her comeback after a 17-month maternity break and showed promising form, suggesting she could quickly regain her ranking position.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

WTA Austin Day 2 Predictions Including Petra Kvitova vs Jodie Burrage

There are many exciting matches to watch on day 2 of the ATX Open in Austin but the highlight would be the return of two-time Grand Slam winner, Petra Kvitova, who will play her first match in 15 months.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / February 24

Petra Kvitova Reveals Why She Returned To Tennis After Being On Maternity Leave

Petra Kvitova is making a comeback to the WTA Tour at this week's 2025 ATX Open in Austin. The two-time Wimbledon champion described what made her return to tennis and revealed what her expectations are.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / February 24

Petra Kvitova set to return after 17-month break because of 'love' for tennis

Two-time Grand Slam winner Petra Kvitova has revealed an interesting reason to return to the court. The 34-year-old is set to make a return to professional tennis after a gap of nearly 18 months.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / February 23

2025 ATX Open Austin WTA Draw With Pegula, Kvitova, Shnaider

Tennis returns to the United States. The first tournament held in the country this year will be the 2025 ATX Open in Austin, and the draw has already been made public.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / February 5

'I miss tennis and competing' – Petra Kvitová's return won't be short term, looks for prolonged comeback

Petra Kvitová has announced her return to professional tennis after giving birth to her first child. The two-time Wimbledon champion plans to make her competitive comeback at the ATX Open in Austin, Texas, in February, with Indian Wells and Miami also in her sights.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

Petra Kvitova Returns After 15 Month Maternity Leave

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has announced her return to professional tennis in February 2025 after a 15-month maternity break. The former World No.

Tennis News / Tennisbuzz / January 1, 2024

Petra Kvitova set to miss Australian Open following pregnancy announcement

Petra Kvitova is set to miss the Australian Open following her announcement that she is pregnant with her first child. The two-time Wimbledon champion and 2019 runner up in Melbourne was named on the entry list for the first Grand Slam of the year, which gets underway on January 14, but took to social media to inform her followers of the news.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / January 17, 2022

Former Australian Open finalist Petra Kvitová loses in first round in straight sets

Two-time Wimbledon champion and 2019 Australian Open finalist Petra Kvitová came nowhere close to repeating that run in 2022, instead losing in straight sets (6-2, 6-2) against Sorana Cîrstea in the first round.

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Tennis News / Yardbarker / June 1, 2021