The Asian Swing began with tournaments in Singapore and Seoul, showcasing thrilling three-set matches and impressive comebacks.
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In the midst of these intense competitions, a series of remarkable shots stood out. Here are some of the top highlights from the week along with a chance to vote for the WTA Tour Driven by Mercedes-Benz shot of the week.
Maja Chwalinska delivered a notable moment with her spinning return. Standing well behind the baseline, Rebecca Sramkova executed a powerful serve out wide. Chwalinska managed to barely return it, causing the ball to bounce high and spin back to her side before Sramkova could reach it. Chwalinska won the match 6-4, 6-2.
Back Dayeon's victory against Yuan Yue was clinched with a remarkable forehand winner that concluded a lengthy 20-stroke rally. This win marked only the second tour-level victory of her career, the first being against Jelena Ostapenko in Seoul three years prior.
Emerson Jones showcased her skills by turning defense into offense with a backhand down the line after a crucial lob. Although she initially dropped the first set, Jones rebounded to win the match 3-6, 6-0, 6-2.
Alina Charaeva also shined with a full-stretch high backhand volley after a drop shot from Anna Bondar. Despite her impressive shot, Bondar eventually won the match in a marathon 6-4, 6-7 (6), 7-6 (5).
Lastly, Viktoria Morvayova responded to a wide shot from Talia Gibson with a stunning forehand down the line, though Gibson ultimately secured the victory with a score of 7-6 (2), 7-6 (1).