Victoria Mboko Triumphs in Comeback to Secure Spot in Hong Kong Open Quarterfinals for Canada
Victoria Mboko of Canada made a remarkable comeback to reach the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Open. She defeated Alexandra Eala from the Philippines with a scoreline of 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday.
Match Highlights
The match showcased Mboko’s impressive performance, which included:
- Eight aces
- Five successful breaks against Eala
- A first-serve point win rate of 67%
Future Matches
In the next round, the 19-year-old Toronto native will face Anna Kalinskaya of Russia, who is seeded sixth in the tournament. This victory places Mboko alongside fellow Canadian Leylah Fernandez in the quarterfinals.
Leylah Fernandez’s Performance
Fernandez, the tournament’s second seed, advanced to the quarterfinals earlier. She achieved a straight-sets victory over Eva Lys from Germany, winning 6-4, 6-1. In the next stage, Fernandez will compete against seventh-seeded Sorana Cirstea of Romania.
Conclusion
Victoria Mboko’s triumph not only boosts her confidence but also enhances Canada’s presence in the tournament. The future matches will be crucial as both she and Fernandez aim for further advancement in the Hong Kong Open.
