Charleston: In a gripping display of tennis at the Charleston Open, second seed Madison Keys emerged victorious in an all-American second-round face-off against Caroline Dolehide, despite a tense challenge that saw Dolehide save seven match points. Keys, known for her powerful play, took the match 6-3, 7-6, further cementing her reputation at a tournament where she was champion in 2019.
Dolehide showed resilience by saving four match points during the ninth game of the second set and two more in the tenth, pushing the set to a 5-5 tie. She continued to fight in the tiebreaker, saving an additional match point before Keys ultimately secured the win.
In another highlight of the tournament, Greece’s Maria Sakkari successfully launched her campaign with a straightforward victory over Canadian wildcard Marina Stakusic. Sakkari, demonstrating her prowess on clay, won in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, showcasing a commanding performance in her opening match.
The Charleston Open continues to engage fans with thrilling matches and displays of remarkable athleticism on the clay courts.