Anisimova Falls to Bouzkova, Navarro Advances in Auckland Tennis Classic
Setback for Anisimova's comeback after eight-month break, Navarro finds her groove in second match of the year.
- Amanda Anisimova, former U.S. Open junior champion, loses in the second round of the Auckland Tennis Classic to Marie Bouzkova.
- Anisimova's loss marks a setback in her comeback after an eight-month break due to burnout and mental health issues.
- Marie Bouzkova, the fifth seed from the Czech Republic, played a flawless match, neutralizing Anisimova's power-hitting game from the baseline.
- Emma Navarro, the fourth seed, advances to the quarterfinals after defeating Elina Avanesyan in just over 70 minutes.
- Navarro's win marks her second match of the year, and she expresses satisfaction with her performance and the opportunity to continue playing in Auckland.