Elena Rybakina Exits Dubai Tournament Early
Elena Rybakina’s early exit from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships surprised many fans. The top seed faced Antonia Ruzic in the third round but had to retire mid-match due to health issues.
Match Overview
Rybakina started strong, winning the opening set 7-5. However, she struggled physically throughout the match. After losing the second set and going down early in the decider, she opted to retire.
Health Concerns
During a medical timeout, Rybakina expressed her struggle with sleep and fatigue. She reported feeling sluggish and having a heavy head, which hindered her performance on the court.
Ruzic Advances
With Rybakina’s withdrawal, Antonia Ruzic moved forward to the quarterfinals. She will face either Elina Svitolina or Belinda Bencic in her next match.
A Remarkable Journey
Ruzic’s path to the quarterfinals has been unexpected. Initially, she was eliminated in the first round of qualifying. However, she entered the main draw as a replacement for Elisabetta Cocciaretto, who had to withdraw from the tournament.
- Player: Elena Rybakina
- Opponent: Antonia Ruzic
- Tournament: Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
- Match Outcome: Rybakina retired in the third round
- Set Scores: 7-5 (Rybakina), then lost the second set
- Next Match for Ruzic: Against Elina Svitolina or Belinda Bencic
This tournament’s outcome highlights Rybakina’s struggle and Ruzic’s remarkable performance. Fans will be eager to see how the remainder of the tournament unfolds on Filmogaz.com.
