Francesca Jones was defeated by Talia Gibson in the Nottingham Open first round after failing to convert two match points. Jones lost 6-3 5-7 7-6 (7-4) in a three-hour match, despite a strong comeback.
Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen began the Nottingham Open with a victory over Maria Sakkari, navigating a temporary change in her coaching staff as her long-term coach recovers from an accident. Zheng aims to build momentum for Wimbledon.
Zheng Qinwen is focusing on a fresh start at the Nottingham Open, working with new coach Albert Costa as her regular coach Pere Riba recovers from a car accident. The Chinese star, currently ranked 122, emphasized the need for patience and a gradual process in adapting to the new coaching setup.
