Danielle Collins had an impressive day at the Cymbiotika San Diego Open. After a few days of limited court time due to falling ill after the US Open, Collins was eager to get back on the court and find her rhythm. She faced off against qualifier Louisa Chirico in singles and emerged victorious with a 7-5, 6-0 win. Collins showcased her skills and dominated the match, especially in the second set where she won six consecutive games. Following her singles victory, Collins teamed up with Coco Vandeweghe for a thrilling doubles match against Marta Kostyuk and Alycia Parks. Despite a close battle that went into a super tiebreaker, Collins and Vandeweghe emerged triumphant with a 6-3, 4-6, 10-3 victory.
Sloane Stephens, a former US Open champion, had a disappointing first-round exit at Flushing Meadows this year. However, she wasted no time in regaining her momentum at the Cymbiotika San Diego Open. Facing off against Belgian Elise Mertens, Stephens delivered a stellar performance and secured a dominant 6-1, 6-3 victory. The Southern Californian crowd provided Stephens with an extra boost of motivation as she played in front of her friends and family. With her spirits high, Stephens expressed her joy at playing good tennis and coming out with a win. She now looks forward to a second-round matchup against No. 2 seed Caroline Garcia from France.
Sofia Kenin’s Resurgence Continues
Sofia Kenin has been on a mission to climb back up the rankings after reaching a career-high of No. 4 in 2020. The Australian Open champion faced a tough opponent in Veronika Kudermetova, who was seeded No. 6. However, Kenin showcased her skills and determination as she defeated Kudermetova with a score of 6-4, 6-4. Kenin had an extra source of inspiration during the match as she discovered that tennis legend Rod Laver was present in the crowd. Motivated by the presence of the Hall of Famer, Kenin fought hard and closed out the match to secure her spot in the next round.
The match between Jelena Ostapenko and Ekaterina Alexandrova proved to be a test of endurance and resilience. Lasting 2 hours and 46 minutes, the match was a rollercoaster of emotions. Ostapenko started strong, winning the first set in a tiebreaker. However, Alexandrova fought back and won the second set in another close tiebreaker. The deciding set was filled with tension, but it was Ostapenko who ultimately prevailed with a 7-6 (3), 6-7 (6), 7-5 victory. This hard-fought win comes on the heels of Ostapenko’s impressive quarterfinal appearance at the US Open, showcasing her determination and ability to compete at the highest level.
The Cymbiotika San Diego Open provided fans with an exciting day of tennis. Danielle Collins displayed her dominance in both singles and doubles, capturing two victories alongside Coco Vandeweghe. Sloane Stephens bounced back from her previous disappointment and delivered a convincing win, while Sofia Kenin continued her resurgence with a solid performance against a tough opponent. Lastly, Jelena Ostapenko and Ekaterina Alexandrova captivated spectators with a battle of endurance and skill. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly anticipate more thrilling matches and outstanding performances from the talented field of players.
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