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Miami Open 2024: Donna Vekić Leads the Ladies Gang as She Makes Peer Hubert Hurkacz Wait for His Turn in Hysterical Moment

Published 03/18/2024, 1:21 PM EDT

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Donna Vekić recently gave a fascinating glimpse into her training regimen on her Instagram account. As she took over the practice court with her “ladies” in a court in Miami and kept Hubert Hurkacz waiting for his turn, the video turned into a humorous incident. It also shows a lively environment as they get ready for their upcoming games at the Miami Open, capturing the spirit of their dynamic both on and off the court.

Vekić’s apology to Hurkacz for taking over the court underscored their off-court fun moments during their practice. Here’s why Vekić felt “sorry” for Hurkacz.

Donna Vekić’s fun banter with Hubert Hurkacz

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Hubert Hurkacz is playing at the Miami Open this year, as is his colleague and friend Donna Vekić. While practicing before the match on the same court, Vekić’s fun banter with the Polish tennis player Hurkacz left both of their fans amused and entertained. She shared an Instagram video, captioning it, “Sorry, @hubthurkacz, it’s ladies morning.” In the short clip, it was visible that many “ladies” who were trying their hands at tennis in a fun way in the court.

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This hilarious interaction between the players, with a background laugh from Vekić herself, displayed the lighthearted moment shared by them before their matches. Hurkacz was also seen laughing as the camera spun toward him. This further highlighted their unique bond off-court as Vekić captured the entire incident on her phone. Her fans and followers widely loved Vekić’s sense of humor. Last month, after Donna Vekić’s defeat on court, she shared another Instagram story that made fans laugh.

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Vekić searches for her “forehand” in a unique place

While Donna Vekić did not make it past the round of 16 at the Dubai Open last month, her victory against world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka was promising. Unfortunately, she was unable to match Katie Boulter’s intensity throughout the San Diego Open. Following her defeat, she shared an Instagram story searching for her “forehand” in a dustbin. “Looking for my forehand,” she captioned it.

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Her unique sense of humor, even after experiencing a loss on the court, made her fans appreciate her sportsmanship. The audience is now waiting for her next match at the Miami Open. Fans eagerly anticipate her future victories and the infectious excitement she brings to each match, preparing for new challenges on the court.

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Ankita Banerjee

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Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things. During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college magazine, showcasing her early passion.
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Arunima Bhanot