Tennis Update: Tauson Upset in Ningbo Opener While Vondrousova Takes the Court

In the latest tennis updates from Ningbo and Osaka, key first-round matches have taken place, showcasing a mix of rising stars and seasoned players.
Tennis Update: Tauson Upset in Ningbo Opener
Major Upsets in Ningbo
The first-round matches in Ningbo saw several noteworthy results. Clara Tauson faced a significant setback, losing to Ajla Tomljanovic in three sets. Tauson dropped the first set 1-6 but rallied to force a second set tiebreak before ultimately succumbing to a 7-6(4), 6-3 defeat.
Emma Raducanu also experienced an early exit, falling to Lin Zhu, who is a local favorite. Raducanu’s struggle with an injury affected her performance, leading to a 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 loss.
Victories for Other Participants
On a brighter note, Veronika Kudermetova advanced with a solid 6-3, 6-2 win over lucky loser Antonia Ruzic. Meanwhile, Dayana Yastremska defeated Canada’s Victoria Mboko 6-3, 7-6(3), progressing to the next round.
Osaka Highlights
In Osaka, fourth seed Leylah Fernandez secured her place in the next round, overcoming American Hailey Baptiste 6-2, 7-5. Elise Mertens also showcased her skill, advancing after a gripping 7-6(5), 6-3 victory over Cristina Bucsa.
- Key winners in Osaka include:
- Jaqueline Cristian
- Viktorija Golubic
- Dalma Galfi
Other Notable Results
In addition to the Ningbo matches, notable results from European ATP contests included:
- Matteo Berrettini defeating Giulio Zeppieri 6-4, 6-2 in Stockholm.
- Botic van de Zandschulp upsetting Joao Fonseca 7-5, 7-6(2) in Brussels.
- Grand Slam champion Marin Cilic progressing with a 7-5, 6-3 win over Nicolai Budkov Kjaer.
As the tournaments continue, fans anticipate more exciting matches and potential upsets in both Ningbo and Osaka.