Yuliia Starodubtseva Falls in WTA 250 Zhuzhou First Round
Ukrainian tennis player Yuliia Starodubtseva faced a disappointing end to her campaign at the WTA 250 tournament in Zhuzhou, China. The tournament features a total prize purse of $275,094.
First Round Exit for Starodubtseva
Ranked 115th by the WTA, Starodubtseva was defeated in the opening round by local competitor Zheng Wushuan. The final score was 3-6, 6-7, with the second set going into a tiebreaker that ended 5-7. This match extended over two hours and five minutes.
Recent Performance Analysis
Starodubtseva’s recent performance has been challenging. Before this tournament, she also experienced setbacks in Ningbo and during the WTA 500 qualifying rounds in Tokyo. These prior defeats may have impacted her preparation and form for the Zhuzhou tournament.
Match Details
- Opponent: Zheng Wushuan
- Match Duration: 2 hours and 5 minutes
- Set Scores: 3-6, 6-7 (5-7)
- Ranking: Yuliia Starodubtseva – 115th in WTA
- Tournament Prize Fund: $275,094
As a result of this match, Yuliia Starodubtseva concludes her participation in the Zhuzhou tournament. Future tournaments may offer her the opportunity to regain her competitive edge.
