Yulia Putintseva Outlasts Wang Xinyu in Three-Set Thriller at US Open
Hard-Fought Battle Ends in Putintseva's Favor
In a thrilling three-set encounter at the US Open, Yulia Putintseva emerged victorious over Wang Xinyu, securing her place in the second round.
Set 1: Putintseva Takes Early Lead
Putintseva started strongly and broke Xinyu's serve in the opening game. The Kazakhstani player held on to her lead and took the first set 6-3.
Set 2: Xinyu Fights Back
Xinyu responded in the second set, breaking Putintseva's serve twice to win it 6-3. The Chinese player displayed impressive power and consistency throughout the set.
Set 3: Putintseva's Experience Prevails
The third set was a closely-fought affair, with both players trading breaks. Putintseva eventually prevailed in a tiebreaker, winning 7-6 (7-5).
Key Stats and Highlights
- Putintseva hit 24 winners to Xinyu's 18.
- Xinyu had 16 unforced errors, while Putintseva had 12.
- The match lasted 2 hours and 14 minutes.
Conclusion
Yulia Putintseva's victory over Wang Xinyu was a hard-fought triumph that showcased her experience and determination. The Kazakhstani player will now face either Alison Riske-Amritraj or Anna Kalinskaya in the second round.
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