Hailey Baptiste's Comeback Victory at Wuhan Open
Hailey Baptiste staged a dramatic comeback to beat Ashlyn Krueger in the first round of the Wuhan Open. Despite an early setback, Baptiste won 2-6, 6-4, 6-2, advancing to face Jessica Pegula. Top players Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and Coco Gauff are also competing in the tournament.
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In a riveting first-round match at the Wuhan Open, Hailey Baptiste made an impressive comeback to overcome fellow American Ashlyn Krueger. After losing the first set 2-6, Baptiste turned the tables, securing a victory with 6-4 and 6-2 in the subsequent sets.
Baptiste was efficient, converting four out of the five break points she earned, which now sets her up for a second-round challenge against sixth-seeded Jessica Pegula. This follows Pegula's unfortunate loss to Linda Noskova in the China Open final this past weekend.
The Wuhan Open also features high-profile competitors like Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and Coco Gauff, although they were not in play on Monday. The event's highest-seeded player in action was No. 9 Ekaterina Alexandrova, who dominated Victoria Mboko with a 6-3, 6-2 victory.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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