The 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open women’s quarterfinals brought sizzling matchups and powerful performances to the heart of Washington D.C. With top seeds, comeback stories, and emerging stars all clashing under the summer sun, the action did not disappoint.
🇬🇧 Raducanu Outplays Sakkari in Statement Win
Emma Raducanu delivered one of her most confident performances of the season, defeating Greece’s Maria Sakkari 6-4, 7-5 in a high-stakes showdown. The British star controlled key rallies with aggressive baseline play, showcasing the form that made her a Grand Slam champion. Raducanu now looks like a serious contender for the DC Open crown.
🇰🇿 Rybakina Powers Past Frech
Third seed Elena Rybakina cruised into the semifinals with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 win over Poland’s Magdalena Frech. With powerful serving and precise groundstrokes, the Kazakh star was never threatened, continuing her strong summer form. Rybakina remains a favorite heading into the final stretch of the tournament.
🇨🇦 Fernandez Outlasts Townsend in Tight Battle
Canada’s Leylah Fernandez kept her DC campaign alive with a gritty 6-4, 7-6(4) win over American Taylor Townsend on John Harris Court. Fernandez’s speed and shot variety helped her overcome Townsend’s net-charging style in a tight second set tiebreak. The Canadian is now one step closer to her first DC Open final.
🇷🇺 Kalinskaya Dismisses Tauson with Flair
Russian rising star Anna Kalinskaya handled Denmark’s Clara Tauson with composure and flair, sealing her semifinal spot with a 6-3, 7-5 win. Kalinskaya showcased both defense and offense, dictating play from the baseline and proving why she’s a name to watch this season.
Canadian Spotlight 🍁
Leylah Fernandez has become a fan favorite with her fighting spirit and creative play. Her quarterfinal win keeps Canadian hopes alive in the women’s draw, as she looks to capture her first WTA 500 title on U.S. soil.
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