Clara Tauson def. Magda Linette
6-4 6-2
Clara Tauson defeated Magda Linette 6-4 6-2 in the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships third round on hard courts on February 18, 2026.
Match Information
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Player Comparison
| Field | Clara Tauson | Magda Linette |
|---|---|---|
| Country | DEN | POL |
| Birth date | Dec 21, 2002 | Feb 12, 1992 |
| Age | 23 | 34 |
| Height | 182 cm | 171 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | — | Two-Handed Backhand |
| Ranking (entering) | 15 | 50 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 2,530 | 1,124 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,850 | 1,837 |
| Current career W-L | 101–92 | 221–233 |
| Current career earnings | $5,559,250 | $9,028,397 |
Path
Clara Tauson's path
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peyton Stearns | 6-2 6-4 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 17, 2026 | R32 |
| Sofia Kenin | 7-6(4) 6-2 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 16, 2026 | R64 |
Clara Tauson's next match
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Pegula | 3-6 6-2 4-6 | L | H2H | Match data | Feb 19, 2026 | QF |
Magda Linette's path
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ekaterina Alexandrova | 6-2 4-6 6-1 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 17, 2026 | R32 |
| Lulu Sun | 4-6 6-4 6-1 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 15, 2026 | R64 |