🎾 Ace Alert! China's Wang Xinyu just kicked off her season with a bang at the Singapore Open! She faced off against Canada's Rebecca Marino in a rollercoaster match that had us all on the edge of our seats. 😱
Despite Marino's ranking at 102nd in the WTA, she came out swinging, breaking Wang's first service game and jumping to a 2-0 lead. But Wang wasn't having any of that! She adjusted her game, leveled up, and tied the score at 3-3. Talk about a comeback! 🔥
Wang then powered through to take the first set 6-4. The second set was a nail-biter, with Marino fighting back to snag it 7-5. It was game on for the final set! 😬
In the decisive set, both players went head-to-head, reaching a 5-5 deadlock. In a dramatic twist, Marino's failed drop shot gave Wang the break she needed. Seizing the moment, Wang served up a flawless game, sealing the match with an ace! Boom! 💥
Next up, Wang will face Australia's Maya Joint. Can't wait to see what happens! 🇨🇳 vs. 🇦🇺—it's going to be lit! 🔥
Earlier, fellow Chinese player Wang Xiyu faced a tough match against Russia's Maria Timofeeva, falling 6-3, 7-6(3). Timofeeva, a lucky loser who made it to the main draw, will take on the USA's Ann Li next. 🎾
Stay tuned for more action from the Singapore Open! Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments! 👇
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Wang Xinyu advances to second round at Singapore Tennis Open
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