"I have gone through so many different challenges this week," said Fernandez, who beat the No.1 and No. 3 seeds en route to the title. "I think it just has made me stronger in a way that if I can get through this week, through the cramps, through the long matches, through the heat, the humidity, I can get through anything."
Leylah Fernandez wins biggest title of career in straight sets over Anna Kalinskaya at D.C. Open
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Fernandez said it was a dream come true to get her first win in her hometown in front of a Centre Court crowd that grew steadily throughout the sunny afternoon at IGA Stadium.
Caroline Wozniacki comes out of retirement, wins first match in straight sets at National Bank Open
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