China’s rising tennis star Yuan Yue has secured her place in the second round of the WTA 500 Korea Open in Seoul with a remarkable comeback victory over Romania’s Elena-Gabriela Ruse. After losing the first set 4-6, the No. 8 seed demonstrated resilience and strategic prowess to win the next two sets 6-2, 6-2.
Yuan faced a strong opponent in Ruse, who recently reached the third round of the US Open. Despite the initial setback, Yuan adjusted her strategy, employing consistent deep returns and tactical shifts that challenged Ruse’s game. Her ability to break Ruse’s serve twice in the final set was pivotal to turning the match in her favor.
The match concluded dramatically when a line call confirmed that Ruse’s return had gone out, sealing Yuan’s victory. This win not only propels Yuan into the next round of the tournament but also highlights her growing presence on the international tennis stage.
In other developments, Wang shines at the Thailand Open, showcasing the increasing impact of Chinese players in global tennis competitions.
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Yuan advances into Korea Open 2nd round, Wang shines at Thailand Open
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