Indian Wells Tennis Open: Yuan Yue advances to the top 16 of women’s singles
People’s Daily, Beijing, March 13 (Reporter Li Shuo) – Chinese tennis player Yuan Yue made headlines at the 2024 WTA Indian Wells Open as she advanced to the top 16 of women’s singles for the first time.
In a thrilling third-round match, Yuan Yue defeated American player Dolehead in a nail-biting three-setter that lasted 2 hours and 26 minutes. After losing the first set 1-6, Yuan Yue fought back to win the next two sets 6-4, 7-6 (2), securing her spot in the top 16 of the WTA 1000 level singles event.
Yuan Yue, who recently won the women’s singles title at the WTA 250 Austin Open, has been in top competitive form and broke into the top 50 world rankings for the first time. Her victory over Dolehead, ranked 51st in the world, showcases her determination and skill on the court.
The Chinese tennis sensation will now face Russia’s Kasakina, the 11th seed, in the next round, promising another thrilling match for tennis fans around the world. Yuan Yue’s success at the Indian Wells Open is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport, and she continues to make her mark on the international tennis circuit.