Ukrainian tennis player Dayana Yastremska has made a remarkable journey to the final of the Nottingham Open, despite battling a suspected grass allergy. The world number 46 displayed exceptional form, defeating Polish sixth seed Magda Linette 6-4, 6-4 in a rain-interrupted semi-final.

Yastremska expressed her love for the grass surface, stating, 'I really love playing on grass, even though I think I have a bit of an allergy to it.' Her excitement and pride were evident as she reflected on her performance, 'I'm very excited, and I was proud of myself. In general, everything worked pretty well. I can't wait to play in the final.'

In the final, Yastremska will face American McCartney Kessler, who secured her spot by overcoming Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova 6-4, 6-2. Kessler has been in impressive form, having defeated Britain's Katie Boulter in the quarter-finals and top seed Beatriz Haddad Maia in the first round.

Yastremska's path to the final has been nearly flawless, dropping only one set. Her resilience and adaptability on grass have been key factors in her success. Tennis fans can catch the final live on the BBC starting at 11:30 BST.

This final is not just a test of skill but also a testament to Yastremska's determination to overcome physical challenges and excel on her preferred surface.