Former world no.1 Martina Hingis beat 16th-seeded Dinara Safina 6-2, 7-5 Sunday for her first title since coming out of retirement.
Hingis returned in January after nearly three years out of the game with foot and ankle injuries. This was the 41st title of her career, but first since winning in Tokyo more than four years ago.
The victory should give Hingis a boost heading into the French Open, which starts May 28. The Italian Open is a key clay-court tuneup for Roland Garros, the only Grand Slam that Hingis hasn't won.
The Swiss, who returned in December, had last won a tournament in Tokyo in February 2002. "I never thought I'd be here again," Hingis said after claiming her second title in the Italian capital.
"But they say never give up hope and keep fighting, and here I am. It's just great to be back on top of the game."
The power of dedication, perseverance, and the never give-up attitude does work to bring amazing results as we see here with this remarkable champion.
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