Ons Jabeur advances to second round of Roland Garros with victory over Sachia Vickery
Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur secured her seventh win of the year by defeating American Sachia Vickery in the first round of Roland Garros on Monday. The world number 9 triumphed with a 6-3, 6-2 victory against Vickery, who is ranked 124th globally.
Jabeur’s dominant performance on the clay courts of Paris marks a promising start for her in the second Grand Slam tournament of the season.
Known for her versatile playing style and powerful groundstrokes, Jabeur managed to control the match from the outset, showcasing her skill and determination.
This win allows Jabeur to progress further in the tournament, where she aims to surpass her previous best of reaching the quarterfinals last year.
The 29-year-old has had significant success in other Grand Slam events, being a finalist at Wimbledon in both 2022 and 2023, as well as at the US Open in 2023.
However, she is yet to make a deep run at Roland Garros.
As the top-ranked African player, Jabeur’s victory is not only significant for her career but also inspirational for many aspiring athletes from the region.
In the second round, she will face either Anhelina Kalinina or Camila Osorio, both of whom are formidable opponents.
With her eyes set on making history, Jabeur continues to be a player to watch at Roland Garros, bringing excitement and hope to her fans worldwide.
