Women's world No 4 Elena Rybakina showcased her dominance at the Madrid Open, securing a comfortable 6-1, 6-4 victory over Egypt's Mayar Sherif, advancing to the last 16. The Kazakh player, who boasts three titles this season, including a recent triumph in Stuttgart, swiftly took control of the match on the Spanish clay by breaking Sherif's serve twice in the opening set, swiftly racing to a 5-0 lead.
Despite a more resilient effort from Sherif in the second set, where she managed to stave off four match points and hold serve at 5-4, Rybakina maintained her composure and sealed the win on her own serve at the Caja Magica. Reflecting on her performance, Rybakina acknowledged the challenging nature of the match, emphasizing the numerous deuces and the tenacious fight displayed by both players throughout the encounter.
Next up for Rybakina in the Madrid Open is a clash against teenager Sara Bejlek, who secured her spot in the next round by defeating American Ashlyn Krueger 6-3, 6-1. Bejlek, an 18-year-old Czech player, expressed her excitement and determination ahead of the match, acknowledging the unique challenge Rybakina presents and vowing to give her best effort on the court.
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