Pliskova wins Brisbane International for 12th career title

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Last Updated : Jan 06 2019 | 5:26 PM IST

The Czech Republic's Karolina Pliskova on Sunday secured her 12th WTA title with a victory over Ukraine's Lesia Tsurenko at the final of Brisbane International.

In two hours and 13 minutes, the former world No.1 came from a set down to win 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 over her rival, who was playing her first career Brisbane final, reports Efe.

"This is my favorite tournament! I have great memories here," the 26-year-old said, according to the official website of the Brisbane International.

Pliskova was crowned champion in the tournament's 2017 edition after her lopsided win 6-0, 6-3 over Alize Cornet of France.

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