Naomi Osaka advanced to the second round of the Wuhan Open after defeating Leylah Fernandez in a thrilling match. The final score was 4-6, 7-5, 6-3.
Match Summary
The encounter took place on Tuesday, marking Osaka’s return to Wuhan for the first time since 2017. This match provided a rematch against Fernandez, who famously upset Osaka at the 2021 U.S. Open.
Set Breakdown
- First Set: Fernandez converted one of her two breakpoints, securing the set 6-4.
- Second Set: The set featured five service breaks, with Osaka intensifying her service returns, ultimately winning 7-5.
- Third Set: Osaka finished strong, taking the final set 6-3.
Other Matches and Key Players
In an earlier match, Emma Raducanu, the 2021 U.S. Open champion, retired while trailing Ann Li 6-1, 4-1 due to dizziness. Meanwhile, Sofia Kenin won against Anastasia Zakharova with a score of 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3. This victory set her up for a second-round clash against No. 16 Liudmila Samsonova, who defeated Emiliana Arango 6-1, 7-5.
Upcoming Matches
- No. 2 Iga Swiatek will debut against Marie Bouzkova in the night session.
- Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and No. 3 Coco Gauff are scheduled to play on Wednesday.
- No. 4 Amanda Anisimova withdrew from the tournament due to a calf injury.
Canadian Players at Wuhan Open
Gabriel Diallo faced a tough defeat at the Rolex Shanghai Masters, losing to Zizou Bergs in a three-set match 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (5). Felix Auger-Aliassime is now the only Canadian remaining in the tournament and will compete against Lorenzo Musetti on Wednesday.
