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Cincinnati, Ohio – American rising star Emma Navarro gained a crucial advantage in her match against Ella Seidel at the western & southern Open on Monday, August 11, 2025, seizing an early lead in the decisive third set with a remarkable forehand winner.
The match, taking place at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, is part of the prestigious ATP/WTA 1000 series, serving as a key warm-up event for the upcoming US Open. Navarro, currently ranked 22nd in the WTA rankings as of August 11, 2025, is looking to build momentum heading into the final Grand Slam of the year. Seidel, ranked 87th, presented a challenging opponent, pushing Navarro to a competitive third set.
The forehand winner, struck during the opening game of the third set, showcased Navarro’s aggressive playing style and precision
