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Harriet Dart wins first WTA title at Guangzhou Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:11 PM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Harriet Dart wins first WTA title at Guangzhou Open

Summary

Harriet Dart of Britain secured her first WTA title at the Guangzhou Open on November 1, defeating Lilli Tagger. Under the guidance of coach Marion Bartoli, Dart has risen from outside the top 160 to a projected ranking of 83rd. Her recent success follows a tough period where she faced struggles with her game and on-court mentality. The title marks a significant achievement in Dart's career, concluding a strong second half of the season with 19 wins in her last 24 tour-level matches. Dart expressed gratitude for Bartoli's belief in her, highlighting their positive coach-player relationship.

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By the Numbers

•Dart defeats Lilli Tagger to win the Guangzhou Open
•Her ranking is projected to rise to 83rd following the win
•Dart's success follows a series of strong performances in recent tournaments
•Coach Marion Bartoli has played a significant role in Dart's development
•Dart won 19 of her last 24 matches on tour since Wimbledon

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What they're saying

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Britain's Harriet Dart knows people doubted whether she would ever win a WTA title, but says the belief of her coach Marion Bartoli helped achieve the best week of her career.
— Yahoo Sports

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