Day 4 of the TotalEnergies Open 2026 in Doha delivered compelling action in the Round of 16, with several high‑profile players advancing amid intense competition on the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex hard courts.
Top seed Iga Świątek faced a stern test from Daria Kasatkina, losing the opening set before regrouping impressively to claim a 5‑7, 6‑1, 6‑1 victory and secure her place in the quarterfinals. Świątek’s resilience was on full display as she rebounded with authoritative tennis in the final two sets to keep her bid for a fourth Doha title alive.
A standout storyline from the day came courtesy of Elisabetta Cocciaretto, who fought through a dramatic 7‑6(5), 5‑7, 6‑4 win over Ann Li. The Italian saved multiple set points and overcame mid‑match deficits to reach her first career WTA 1000 quarterfinal, a breakthrough performance that marks a milestone in her tour-level progress.
In other action, Maria Sakkari advanced to the final eight by defeating Varvara Gracheva in straight sets, showcasing her experience and tactical adaptability as she moved deeper into the Doha draw.
As the tournament approaches the quarterfinal stage, the draw now features a mix of established stars and rising talents, setting up intriguing matchups in the next round of the WTA 1000 event.
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