A rusty Safina makes a successful return to the WTA tour.
by bahamaderek on Apr.29, 2010, under Dinara Safina, Porsche Grand Prix
Dinara Safina made a winning return after three months out with victory over Hungary’s Agnes Szavay at the Stuttgart Grand Prix.
The Russian, who turned 24 on Tuesday, won 7-6 (7-5) 3-6 6-0 in her first tournament since pulling out of the Australian open with a back injury.
Safina said earlier this week that the injury could yet threaten her career.
After a shaky start she settled down into her usual rhythm in the third set. The outcome of the match was of little importance compared to the fact that she was able to complate the match and move on injury free.
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