Overview

• Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to defeat qualifier Victoria Mboko 3-6, 6-2, 6-1, securing her place in the Italian Open third round.
• Gauff will face Magda Linette next, continuing her bid for a strong clay-court season following her Madrid Open final appearance.
• Victoria Mboko, an 18-year-old Canadian, impressed with her powerful play, reflecting her rapid climb from World No. 333 to No. 156 this year.
• World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced comfortably, defeating Anastasia Potapova 6-2, 6-2, and remains a favorite for the title after recent tournament wins.
• Carlos Alcaraz returned from injury with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Dusan Lajovic, while Jannik Sinner is set to make his comeback from a doping ban on May 10.