No. 2 seed Elena Rybakina ousted in second round of French Open
Elena Rybakina, the No. 2 seed, was eliminated in the second round of the French Open by Yuliia Starodubtseva. Starodubtseva achieved a significant victory, winning 3-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4) after coming back from a set down. This loss marks Rybakina's first exit in the second round of the tournament since 2020.
- ▪Yuliia Starodubtseva defeated Elena Rybakina in the second round of the French Open.
- ▪Starodubtseva's victory was the biggest win of her career.
- ▪Rybakina's loss opens up opportunities for other players, including Iga Swiatek.
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