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Potapova rallies past Gauff in Miami third round
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After seeing an early lead slip away, Anastasia Potapova rallied for a come-from-behind win in opposition to Coco Gauff on Saturday on the Miami Open.
No.27 seed Potapova, who let a 5-2 lead slip away within the opening set, was one recreation from defeat trailing 7-6(8), 5-3 — however received 10 of the following 12 video games to assert a 6-7(8), 7-5, 6-2 win over the sixth-seeded American in 2 hours and 32 minutes.
The win is Potapova’s third profession Prime 10 win, and first since she beat then-No.2 Anett Kontaveit final summer time in Prague. It was additionally her first win in three tries in opposition to Gauff.
Phrases from the winner: Potapova credited improved health for her skill to hold powerful in sizzling and humid noon situations at Arduous Rock Stadium, and her mentality for with the ability to rise to the event when three factors from defeat.
“I feel I simply let it go, and I began to deal with my tennis and going for my pictures and never considering what she goes to do,” Potapova mentioned afterwards. “I am actually comfortable to be within the fourth spherical for the primary time; it is a dream that basically got here true.
“In these powerful situations, it is not straightforward to play … Coco is an unbelievable athlete and she or he has excellent health. I am actually shocked that I might keep on the similar degree till the tip.. Because of my health coach!”
Story of the tape: Potapova opened the match strongly, ending factors and hitting via Gauff’s defenses most of the time. She was additionally clutch in essential moments, and saved the primary seven break factors she confronted. However she did not serve out the opener at 5-3, and the primary set lasted greater than an hour to set the tone for the match.
The tiebreak was a back-and-forth affair that noticed each gamers lead — Gauff and 3-1, 5-3 and 6-5, and Potapova at 7-6 and 8-7 with serve — earlier than the American wrapped it up by successful the final three factors.
Turning level: Potapova had three recreation factors for 4-4 within the second set, however was ultimately damaged on the primary break level she confronted within the set. Gauff was, in actual fact, three factors away from victory serving at 15-0, however was as an alternative damaged to fifteen.
Potapova later saved two break factors within the twelfth recreation earlier than wrapping up the second set.
Potapova solely grew stronger within the decider, wherein she received 5 straight video games; in them, she misplaced simply 5 factors — and three of these got here at 2-2, the place she broke Gauff at deuce.
Up subsequent: Potapova will subsequent play No.23 seed Zheng Qinwen of China within the Spherical of 16. Zheng prolonged her career-best exhibiting in Miami by outlasting No.12 seed Liudmila Samsonova 5-7, 7-6(5), 6-3 in 3 hours and seven minutes — the twenty fourth main-draw match this yr to final greater than three hours.
Zheng takes down Samsonova for first time
Zheng battled again from 3-0 down within the third set, reeling off the final six video games of the conflict and getting again on degree footing of their head-to-head at two victories apiece. Samsonova had defeated Zheng of their final two conferences, together with final season’s Tokyo closing.
The truth is, earlier than Miami, Zheng’s final scheduled match was in opposition to Samsonova in Dubai, however the Chinese language participant withdrew from that assembly with an belly harm. Her belly points additionally compelled her to skip Indian Wells.
However final season’s WTA Newcomer of the Yr Zheng is again on observe in Miami. On Saturday, Zheng slammed 18 aces en path to the gritty victory.
Zheng has overwhelmed Potapova in every of their first two profession conferences, together with an epic in qualifying this yr on the Adelaide Worldwide 2; Zheng was a 6-7(3), 7-5, 7-6(4) winner there in a staggering 3 hours and 36 minutes.
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Miami, FL
Miami-Dade Public Schools expand programs to acclimate migrant students
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – Miami-Dade County Public Schools are bracing for a potential influx of migrant students as the district continues to recruit ESOL teachers and offers specialized programs to help foreign-born students acclimate.
Although official numbers for the current year are not yet available, the district told Local 10 News Tuesday it has the resources to welcome all students, regardless of how many arrive.
Over the past three years, the district has seen a fluctuating number of foreign-born students entering its schools.
During the 2021-2022 school year, 14,643 foreign-born students enrolled in Miami-Dade schools.
This number rose significantly to over 22,000 students during the 2022-2023 school year, before slightly decreasing to just under 21,000 for the 2023-2024 school year.
To address the needs of these students, Miami-Dade school district officials are utilizing the Title I Migrant Education Program, which was established by the county’s bilingual department, to support migrant students who face challenges in acclimating to environments with U.S.-born students.
The program provides a range of services, including the Newcomer Program, which offers a set curriculum designed to help new immigrant students assimilate into Miami-Dade schools. This program assists students with everything from school registration to language learning opportunities.
The district has also shared its ongoing efforts to recruit talented ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) teachers.
In a statement, Miami-Dade School district district officials said, “M-DCPS continues to recruit talented candidates to help students whose first language is not English.”
Erica Garcia, Executive Director of the Migrant Education Program, spoke with Local 10 News about the district’s preparedness.
“Miami-Dade County Public Schools has several programs to handle the influx of new immigrant students,” she said.
Among the top three countries from which these students are arriving are Cuba, Nicaragua and Haiti.
The district’s available services also include free lunch programs and after-school activities, aimed at providing comprehensive support to these students as they transition into their new academic environment.
As the school year progresses, school district officials remain committed to ensuring that all students, including those from migrant backgrounds, receive the education and support they need to succeed.
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Miami-Dade mapping out schools to reduce first responder response time
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Petition demands Miami Gardens stop threatening residents over gravel and grass
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