At the Citi Open in Washington, D.C., the Chinese mainland’s Wu Yibing stunned veteran Gael Monfils of France, defeating him 6-3, 6-1 in the first round. Both players held serve in their opening games, but in the sixth game, Monfils delivered two straight double faults and Wu seized the break for a 4-2 lead. Monfils continued to struggle with unforced errors in the ninth game, allowing Wu to close out the set 6-3.
The second set was even more commanding after a 1-1 start. Wu won five consecutive games, sealing his victory and claiming his first ATP Tour win of the season. The result not only boosts Wu’s confidence but also adds valuable ranking points, injecting fresh momentum into his 2023 campaign.
Next on Wu’s radar is a showdown with No. 10 seed Alexei Popyrin, a rising star known for his powerful baseline game. The match promises to be a highlight as Wu looks to maintain his winning form and continue his breakthrough run in Washington.
For tennis fans and global sports enthusiasts, Wu’s performance underlines the growing depth of talent emerging from the Chinese mainland, demonstrating how focus, precision, and mental resilience can propel up-and-coming players onto the big stage.
Reference(s):
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