Despite the relentless rain that has plagued Roland Garros, Sofia Kenin and Stefanos Tsitsipas have emerged as beacons of hope, reaching the third round of the tournament with impressive performances.
Kenin, the 2020 Australian Open champion, displayed her trademark efficiency in a 6-3, 6-3 victory over No. 21 seed Caroline Garcia. The American dominated the match, winning over 80% of her first-serve points and breaking Garcia four times. Kenin's resurgence is a testament to her hard work and determination, as she has struggled with injuries and inconsistent form this season.
Tsitsipas, the No. 4 seed, also advanced to the third round with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-7 (2), 6-4 victory over Daniel Altmaier. The Greek star faced a brief scare when Altmaier took the third set in a tiebreaker, but Tsitsipas quickly regained control of the match. His resilience and ability to overcome adversity are key factors in his status as a title contender.
Kenin will next face either Jelena Ostapenko or Clara Tauson, while Tsitsipas will take on Lorenzo Sonego or Zhang Zhizhen. With the rain expected to continue, the resumption of play remains uncertain. However, both Kenin and Tsitsipas have shown that they are ready to embrace the challenge and continue their pursuit of Roland Garros glory.
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