Source: ESPN Tennis
Elena Rybakina's hopes at the China Open came to an unexpected halt as she was defeated by Alina Charaeva in the Round of 64. The world No. 1 Rybakina lost the match with a scoreline of 3-6, 6-4, 6-3, marking a shocking early exit for the reigning US Open champion. The defeat not only eliminated Rybakina from the tournament but also set an unwanted record for her in the WTA rankings. Charaeva's victory is considered one of the biggest upsets of the tournament, showcasing the unpredictable nature of tennis.
