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A 16-year-old phenom from Moscow, Kristina Liutova, just shattered records by winning the Memphis Classic — becoming the youngest active WTA champion and the first 2010s-born player to claim a tour-level title. Her journey began at just 11, when her coach was stunned by her fierce competitiveness and elite skill. Even as a kid, she chased victory in every game — whether hide-and-seek or chess. Now, she channels the grit of tennis legend Rafael Nadal, focusing on process over outcome and honoring his resilience through injury. With eyes on inspiring others and securing her mom’s future, Liutova is poised for even greater heights, including this week’s U.S. Open qualifiers.

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