"That's the best I've ever seen Maria Sakkari play": Tennis fans laud Greek ace for form turnaround after reaching Indian Wells final

Maria Sakkari's impressive victory over Coco Gauff by 6-3, 6-7, 6-2 has left fans in awe, praising the Greek's journey to the Indian Wells final. Many took to social media to express that this is arguably Sakkari's best performance, as she squandered several match points in the second set but ultimately prevailed in the third.

The former world No. 3 will face Iga Swiatek in a rematch of the 2022 final when the Polish player claimed the Indian Wells title two weeks before reaching the world No. 1 ranking for the first time in her career.

Fans reacted by praising Sakkari, who, despite not being particularly consistent since last year, once again showcased her best tennis. Despite not being the favorite against local favorite Gauff, she emerged victorious in one of the tournament's most thrilling matches.

"From selling popcorn to Indian Wells final, a true underdog story. So happy for Maria, she played very well in that 3rd set after the disappointment of the second," a fan posted on Reddit. "sweet baby Jesus a miracle happened," another fan said in Reddit.

“Great to see her being on top of her game well done maria. Rooting for u in the final”

“Hope Sakkari is for real this time, and has not just played her own finals against Coco. It's often the case that these fringe top players sort of expend all their energies in a match like this, and then collapse in the finals. Which is why Paolini earned the respect of all WTA fans with her amazing performance in Dubai. All the best, Maria, having come this far, make it count.”

“Congratulations to Maria Sakkari, although I fancy Coco Gauff to win on home soil, but the way she played is a sight to behold.. Congratulations to the Greek Tennis Amazon”