Kasatkina celebrates 21st birthday with special cake

Published May 09, 2018

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It's time to pop the bubbly—Daria Kasatkina has turned 21.

The crafty Russian has enjoyed a strong 2018 so far with runs to the final in both Dubai and Indian Wells, so she deserves a hearty celebration.

Happy Birthday my ♥️ @DKasatkina pic.twitter.com/1HgavRprX6
— Lina Shokh (@LinaShokh) May 8, 2018

Kasatkina celebrated the milestone birthday with a tennis-themed cake in Madrid, where she's into the round of 16 after wins over Wang Qiang and Sorana Cirstea.

Daria Kasatkina wins her 1st match as a 21yo, plays a good one to defeat Sorana Cirstea 63 61. Plays either Muguruza or Vekic.

Kasatkina came into Madrid having yet to win a match at the Caja Magica (0-2). Into the third round. #MMOPEN18 pic.twitter.com/dLMIEHPx7G
— WTA Insider (@WTA_insider) May 8, 2018

The world No. 15 had a slow start in Madrid, but found her game in her second match against Cirstea.

Kasatkina will aim to bring her best against Garbine Muguruza on Wednesday.

Kasatkina celebrates 21st birthday with special cake

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