Azarenka advances to the third round at the Italian Open

Belarusian tennis player Victoria Azarenka showcased her resilience and skill as she battled her way to victory against Magda Linette in a thrilling match at the Italian Open in Roma. The No 24 seed fought hard to secure a 6-7 (5), 6-4, 6-3 win, advancing to the round of 32 in the prestigious tournament.

Azarenka’s next challenge will come in the form of either Egyptian Mayar Sherif or Italian Jasmine Paolini, the No 11 seed. With her impressive performance, Azarenka now holds the second-most wins in clay-court WTA 1000 events since the format was introduced in 2009, tying with Maria Sharapova at 46 wins.

Linette, ranked No 51, put up a tough fight in the match, having previously defeated Lin Zhu in the earlier rounds of the Rome tournament. The competition at the Foro Italico has been fierce, with top players battling it out for a chance to advance further in the tournament.

In other second-round results at the Roma WTA 1000, several matches delivered exciting outcomes, showcasing the talent and determination of the players. Fans can expect more thrilling matches as the tournament progresses, with top seeds facing off against each other in intense battles on the clay courts of Foro Italico. Stay tuned for more updates on the Italian Open as the action unfolds.