Sakkari Defeats Rakhimova 2-1, Advances to Cincinnati 2nd Round

Maria Sakkari started her Cincinnati tournament campaign with a victory, defeating Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 3-6, 6-2.

The Greek tennis player, despite facing difficulties, managed to secure a spot in the second round of the American tournament. Sakkari will face Jasmine Paolini in the next round.

In the first set, Sakkari capitalized on Rakhimova's errors to win 6-3. Rakhimova responded in the second set with a break, leveling the score at 1-1. In the decisive third set, Sakkari dominated and won 6-2, securing her advancement.