NINGBO, China — In a gripping showdown at the Ningbo Open, Canada’s Leylah Fernandez faced off against the world No. 1, Elena Rybakina from Kazakhstan, ultimately falling 6-2, 6-2 in the women’s tennis final on Sunday.
Hailing from Laval, Qc, Fernandez managed to hit two aces but struggled with three double faults, failing to capitalize on any of her four break-point opportunities.
Conversely, Rybakina showcased her dominance with three aces and two double faults, successfully converting four out of her five break points.
Ranked 30th in the world, Fernandez was aiming to secure her second WTA title of the season.
On the flip side, Rybakina celebrated her tour-leading fourth title of the year, marking her first win as the world’s top-ranked player. She previously clinched victories at the Australian Open, Stuttgart Open, and U.S. Open this season.
Impressively, Rybakina remains undefeated at the Ningbo Open, boasting an 8-0 record and having also triumphed in 2025.
