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Magdalena Frech took the opening set in a tiebreak before breaking ahead in the second. Aoi Ito fights to stay in the contest.
Magdalena Frech and Aoi Ito face off this Sunday, October 11, at Wuhan, in a match that promises to be intense from the start. At 05:10 (Paris time), Polish player Frech, ranked 48th in the world, took the opening set 7-6 in a tiebreak. Despite strong resistance from Japanese player Ito, ranked 361st, Frech maintained her lead and now leads 3-4 in the second set.
Frech starts strongly
From the first exchanges, Magdalena Frech sets the pace with her aggressive game. Her experience on the WTA Tour allows her to take control early. Aoi Ito, though lower-ranked, is unfazed and responds with precise shots. The tiebreak in the first set is tight, but Frech secures it 7-6, giving her a psychological edge.
Ito fights back in the second set
In the second set, Aoi Ito shows signs of improvement. She breaks Frech’s serve to lead 3-2, but the Pole immediately fights back to level the score. The set remains tight, with every point crucial. Frech, determined, holds her lead and now leads 3-4, with a break point for Ito.
A match to watch closely
The match between Magdalena Frech and Aoi Ito remains wide open. Frech, despite her lead, must stay focused to avoid a turnaround. Ito, for her part, must continue to play aggressively if she hopes to fight back. The next points will be decisive.
