Zidansek defeats Linette to win Bol Open

Tamara Zidansek secured victory in the Bol Open final on Sunday with a 6-1 6-3 triumph over Magda Linette.

Tamara Zidansek defeated Magda Linette in straight sets to claim glory in the final of the Bol Open on Sunday.

The Slovenian, ranked 122 in the world, prevailed 6-1 6-3 on the Croatian clay to seal her success in the WTA 125k event.

After the opening two games went with serve, Zidansek reeled off five in a row, including two breaks, to stun the second seed and edge ahead.

Zidansek wasted three match points when serving for the title at 5-2 as Linette kept herself in the contest, but the reprieve was short-lived as her opponent hit back immediately to clinch victory.