113th-Ranked Rodionova Upsets Former Champion Kenin at Brisbane International

In a surprising turn of events, Arina Rodionova, who has never been ranked in the top 100, defeats Sofia Kenin in the second round, while Rafael Nadal prepares for his comeback match.

Sofia Kenin, the former Australian Open champion, was upset by Arina Rodionova, ranked 113th, in the second round of the Brisbane International.
Despite having opportunities in both sets, Kenin was constantly under pressure on her serve.
Rodionova, a 34-year-old Australian who has never been ranked in the top 100, clinched the first set with an ace.
Kenin, who was seeded 14th in Brisbane, wasted a set point at 5-3 in the second set, giving Rodionova a break point.
Rafael Nadal, now ranked No. 672 after a long rehabilitation from a hip injury, was set to play his first competitive match in 12 months.