🎾 Upsets, Thrillers, and Rising Stars: Round of 64 Recap at Mutua Madrid Open – Women’s Singles
The clay courts of Madrid were buzzing with action as the Round of 64 in the Women’s Singles at the Mutua Madrid Open 2025 served up a mix of dominant wins, nail-biting comebacks, and big-name battles. From Iga Swiatek’s resilience to Mirra Andreeva’s commanding performance, here’s everything you need to know.
🔥 Top Highlights – Women’s Singles Round of 64
🇷🇺 Mirra Andreeva Cruises Past Bouzkova
Mirra Andreeva made a strong statement with a 6-3, 6-4 straight-sets victory over Czech player Marie Bouzkova on the iconic Manolo Santana Stadium. The young Russian showcased her powerful baseline play and composure under pressure.
🇵🇭 Alex Eala Pushes Swiatek to the Edge
In one of the most entertaining matches, Alex Eala took the first set off world No. 1 Iga Swiatek before the Polish star stormed back to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-2. Swiatek’s experience and clay-court mastery eventually saw her through, but Eala earned respect and fans.
🇺🇸 Coco Gauff Survives Yastremska Scare
American star Coco Gauff had a tough outing against Dayana Yastremska but fought back from a set down to win 0-6, 6-2, 7-5. Gauff’s grit and athleticism were on full display, especially in a tense final set.
🇨🇭 Belinda Bencic Shines on Arantxa Sanchez Stadium
Belinda Bencic stayed solid to defeat Clara Tauson with a consistent 7-5, 7-5 win. Bencic’s return game and net play proved the difference in a match full of long rallies.
🇨🇦 Leylah Fernandez Falls Short in 3-Set Battle
Canada’s Leylah Fernandez had the crowd behind her but ultimately lost to American Ann Li in a tightly contested match 4-6, 6-3, 4-6. Fernandez showed flashes of brilliance, but Li’s shot variety held up in the end.
🇧🇷 Haddad Maia Rallies for Comeback Victory
Beatriz Haddad Maia overcame a shaky start against Bernarda Pera, rallying to win 2-6, 6-3, 6-1. Her aggressive baseline play turned the match around after dropping the first set.
Other Key Results at a Glance:
- Madison Keys (USA) def. Lucia Bronzetti (ITA): 6-4, 6-3
- Emma Navarro (USA) def. Maya Joint (AUS): 7-5, 7-5
- Diana Shnaider (RUS) def. Katie Volynets (USA): 6-1, 6-2
- Anna Kalinskaya (RUS) def. Diane Parry (FRA): 7-6(4), 6-4
- Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) def. Jelena Ostapenko (LAT): 7-6(2), 6-2
- Donna Vekic (CRO) def. Hailey Baptiste (USA): 6-4, 6-3
- Linda Noskova (CZE) def. Maria Carle (ARG): 7-5, 6-1
- Yuliia Starodubtseva (UKR) def. Elisabetta Cocciaretto (ITA): 7-6(5), 6-4
- Liudmila Samsonova (RUS) def. Caroline Dolehide (USA): 6-4, 6-4
🧠 What’s Next?
With the top seeds moving through and rising stars gaining momentum, the Round of 32 promises thrilling encounters. Keep an eye on Swiatek, Gauff, and Haddad Maia as they navigate a stacked draw full of threats.
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