WTA Wuhan: Tauson Overcomes Danilovic in Straight Sets
Clara Tauson beating Olga Danilovic 6-3, 7-5 in straight sets to progress in the Wuhan, China, WTA tournament.
The match got off to a shaky start, with both players displaying unstable form...
Clara Tauson advanced to the next round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Wuhan, China, after defeating Olga Danilovic with a score of 6-3, 7-5. The match was delayed due to the scorching heat in the city, which might have affected the players' performance. Despite the challenging conditions, Tauson demonstrated improving form and secured her spot in the next round.
Tauson's victory wasn't without its hurdles. She faced three break points in the first game of the second set but managed to avert the danger with three consecutive aces. The Danish player then went on to dominate the match, showcasing her skills and strategy. Tauson will now face either Magda Linette from Poland or Antonia Ruzic from Croatia in the next round.
The match got off to a shaky start, with both players displaying unstable form. However, it was the Dane who first gained control of her game. She capitalized on her third break point opportunity to take a 2-1 lead after a couple of errors from the Serbian player.
The Serbian had a chance to break back in the following game, but Tauson managed to hold on. The Dane then demonstrated good control over her serve in the subsequent service games, and another break gave her the first set with a powerful forehand winner on the first set point.
Through in two ✌️
— wta (@WTA) October 6, 2025
Clara Tauson gets her campaign up and running, winning 6-3, 7-5 against Danilovic.#WuhanOpen pic.twitter.com/biWA2Ph9wL
Tauson faced a nervous start to the second set, conceding three break points in the first game. However, she showcased her strong serve, responding with three consecutive aces to fend off the danger. Tauson took control, surging to a 3-1 lead, but Danilovic fought back, leveling the set at 3-3.
The Dane held her nerve as the set reached its climax. Despite squandering a match point at 5-4, Tauson seized a second opportunity at 6-5. Danilovic's unforced backhand error handed Tauson the break and the match.
Tauson will now face either Magda Linette or Antonia Ruzic in the second round.
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