Alexandrova Dominates Mboko to Close Day 1 at Wuhan Open
Ekaterina Alexandrova showcased her skills on Day 1 of the Dongfeng · Voyah Wuhan Open, defeating Victoria Mboko in straight sets. The match, which drew attention as a potential first-round highlight, concluded with a score of 6-3, 6-2 after 1 hour and 20 minutes of play.
Match Overview
The ninth-seeded Alexandrova emerged victorious in a match that was less competitive than expected. This win marks a positive start for her at this WTA 1000 event, following a season where she has both excelled and faced challenges in similar tournaments.
- Match Duration: 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Score: Alexandrova 6-3, 6-2 Mboko
Player Remarks
After her win, Alexandrova expressed her enjoyment of the Wuhan event. “I’d like to do my best to stay as long as possible,” she commented, reflecting on her fondness for the tournament. She also acknowledged the fans who supported her late into the night, wishing them a happy Mid-Autumn Festival.
Match Highlights
Alexandrova started strong, winning the first five games of the first set. Despite a brief rally from Mboko, she swiftly closed out the set. In the second set, Alexandrova replicated this performance, quickly taking a 5-1 lead and sealing the match with an ace.
Trends and Statistics
- This victory was Alexandrova’s fourth opening-match win in nine WTA 1000 events this season.
- She has achieved five wins in her last six matches against WTA 1000 champions.
- This was the first time Mboko experienced three consecutive losses at the WTA level.
Other Notable Matches
Elsewhere in the tournament, Katerina Siniakova made headlines by defeating No. 15 seed Diana Shnaider, securing her fourth top 20 win of the year. She will face Maya Joint in the next round.
In another match, Chinese player Yuan Yue achieved victory against Lucia Bronzetti and will play against Jasmine Paolini next. Meanwhile, Coco Gauff will face Moyuka Uchijima, who advanced after defeating a semifinalist from 2024, Wang Xinyu.
Among the seeded players, No. 10 Clara Tauson won against Olga Danilovic and will compete against Antonia Ruzic in the upcoming round.
