Beijing WTA: Gauff Makes Successful Debut, Alongside Kenin and Fernandez

Clément Gehl

le 26/09/2025 à 07h26

1 min to read

Fernandez Gauff Kenin Kudermetova Pékin Rakhimova Sakkari

This Friday marks the beginning of the second round and the entry of seeded players into the Beijing WTA tournament.

Coco Gauff, although challenged by Kamilla Rakhimova in the first set with 8 break points conceded, held her ground by winning 6-4, 6-0. She recorded 4 aces against 5 double faults.

It didn't take long for Leylah Fernandez to dispatch Maria Sakkari. The Canadian won 6-2, 6-0 in just 1 hour and 15 minutes of play. She will face Gauff in the next round.

Sofia Kenin also made a successful debut by defeating Polina Kudermetova 6-4, 6-2. She will play against Jasmine Paolini or Anastasija Sevastova in the next round.