Rakhimova – Sakkari 1-2: Victory in Cincinnati, Next Opponent Paolini

Maria Sakkari defeated Kamilla Rakhimova 2-1 sets (6-3, 3-6, 6-2) in the first round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati.

The Greek champion (No. 65 in the world rankings) defeated the Russian (No. 67) in a match lasting two hours and 11 minutes.

In the next round, Sakkari will face Italian Jasmine Paolini (No. 5).

The two tennis players have met three times in the past, with Sakkari having two wins.