Sabalenka eases past qualifier Uchijima to enter French Open third round

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 30, 2024, 17:58 IST

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Japanese qualifier Moyuka Uchijima, experiencing the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time, struggled against second seed Aryna Sabalenka's formidable serve and groundstrokes in French Open second round match. Despite a shaky start, Uchijima managed to find her rhythm after the initial nerves, but Sabalenka's relentless pressure proved too much.

Sabalenka eases past qualifier Uchijima to enter French Open third round

Aryna Sabalenka. (AP Photo)

NEW DELHI: Second seed Aryna Sabalenka dominated Japanese qualifier Moyuka Uchijima in a commanding 6-2 6-2 victory under the roof on Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris on Thursday, securing her spot in the French Open third round.
Uchijima, experiencing the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time, struggled against Sabalenka's formidable serve and groundstrokes.
Despite a shaky start, Uchijima managed to find her rhythm after the initial nerves, but Sabalenka's relentless pressure proved too much. Sabalenka capitalized on a break point opportunity to seize the first set in just 29 minutes.
Although Uchijima showed glimpses of resistance, Sabalenka's power and strategic drop shots kept her in control.
Despite a brief resurgence from Uchijima, Sabalenka maintained her composure to secure victory, showcasing her dominance on the clay courts of Roland Garros.
(With Reuters inputs)

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