Qualifier Sramkova secures spot in third round of Italian Open, defeats Boulter

In a stunning upset at the Italian Open, Slovak qualifier Rebecca Sramkova defeated No 26 seed Katie Boulter to advance to the round of 32 at the Foro Italico in Roma. Sramkova, ranked No 120, displayed exceptional skill and determination as she outplayed her higher-ranked opponent with a score of 6-4, 7-6 (8).

The victory over Boulter was preceded by another impressive win against Italian wildcard Giorgia Pedone, where Sramkova secured a 6-4, 6-1 triumph. With her recent successes, Sramkova is now set to face American Sofia Kenin in the next round of the tournament.

The Roma WTA 1000 event at the Foro Italico has seen a series of intense matches, with top players battling it out on the clay courts. Some of the notable results include Aryna Sabalenka defeating Katie Volynets, Elina Svitolina overpowering Sara Errani, and Victoria Azarenka emerging victorious against Magda Linette.

As the competition heats up in Roma, tennis fans are eagerly anticipating more thrilling matches and upsets in the days to come. With players like Sramkova making their mark on the tournament, the Italian Open promises to deliver exciting tennis action and unexpected outcomes. Stay tuned for more updates on the tournament as the world’s best players compete for glory on the clay courts of Roma.