Clara Tauson faced a disappointing setback in her first match of the year, losing 6-2, 6-3 to World No. 113, Aliaksandra Sasnovich. This matchup took place in the second round of the WTA tournament in Brisbane.
Tauson’s Performance Against Sasnovich
Entering the match as the 14th ranked player globally, Tauson was expected to dominate. Sasnovich, on the other hand, had qualified for the main draw after battling through the qualifying rounds.
Match Highlights
- Sasnovich broke Tauson’s serve in the opening game.
- Tauson struggled with her service games, falling behind 1-4.
- She faced multiple set points at 1-5 but managed to fend them off.
- Ultimately, Sasnovich secured the first set.
The second set began with both players holding serve until it was tied at 3-3. Tauson had a chance to seize momentum with a break point opportunity but was unable to convert.
Looking Ahead
Sasnovich maintained her performance, securing a 4-3 lead and winning the last eight points to close the match. Tauson’s early exit in Brisbane starkly contrasts her start to the previous year, when she clinched a tournament victory in New Zealand.
The Brisbane tournament marks the first of two competitive events for Tauson in Australia, leading up to the Australian Open later this month. She is set to compete next at the WTA tournament in Adelaide.
