Struggling to figure out which matches to watch on Day 2 of the US Open? No worries, I’ve scoped out three matches which are sure to keep you entertained!
Bernard Tomic vs Dustin Brown (4th match on Court 5)
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Roland Garros: Watson d. Strycova 6-3 6-4
Great Britain’s Heather Watson stormed into the second round of the French Open on Tuesday, beating Barbora Zahlavova Strycova in straight sets, 6-3 6-4. Conditions were heavy in Roland Garros and a gusting wind added to the difficulty for the players.
Watson came out wanting to play, she took on her forehand and dictated play with storming winners. Watson came through qualifying here and seemed comfortable on the red clay; she’s also used to winning, having won ten matches (now 11) in May including a title victory in Prague. Strycova struggled from the outset, she seemed tired and bewildered as she was quickly broken and then dropped into a 3-1 hole.
The Australian Open: Matches I’m watching on Day One
So day one of the Australian Open is looming and coverage in the UK begins tonight at midnight on British Eurosport and British Eurosport 2. I’ve taken a look at the schedule of play and have selected matches I’ll be watching and matches which have great potential.
The Brits
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Simona Halep defeats Heather Watson
76th ranked Heather Watson lost to Simona Halep in the first round of the US Open last night, 6-4 4-6 2-6. Halep has won 4 titles this year including New Haven, just last week, and is seeded 21 at the Open, whilst Watson has been sidelined for much of the year with debilitating glandular fever and its after effects.
For much of the match, Watson looked like she was going to take the victory. Watching her, you never feel she’s on the verge of unforced errors, one of her greatest strengths is her ability to play measured and controlled tennis with excellent depth. Continue reading Simona Halep defeats Heather Watson
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