Fernandez Advances to Mubadala Citi DC Open Final in Epic Three-Hour battle
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Leylah Fernandez has secured her spot in the Mubadala Citi DC Open finals after a grueling three-hour and 12-minute marathon against third-seeded Elena rybakina. The Canadian tennis star, from Laval, Quebec, emerged victorious in a thrilling three-set match, showcasing remarkable resilience and skill on the court.
A Hard-Fought Semifinal victory
Fernandez, ranked 36th in the world, overcame Rybakina of Kazakhstan with a final score of 6-7 (2), 7-6 (3), 7-6 (3). The match was a true test of endurance, with Fernandez coming within a single game of defeat before mounting her comeback. This hard-fought win propels her into her first final since her loss to Daria Kasatkina in Eastbourne last june.
Chasing a Title and Looking Ahead
The 22-year-old Fernandez is now aiming for her first title as her victory in Hong Kong in 2023.All
