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Eva Lys Withdraws From Cleveland Quarterfinals to Prioritize US Open

The 23-year-old cited the need to listen to her body, choosing recovery ahead of Flushing Meadows.

Overview

  • She announced the withdrawal on Instagram shortly after defeating Polina Kudermetowa 6-4, 6-3 in the Round of 16.
  • Her exit removes a scheduled quarterfinal meeting with Anastassija Sacharowa from the Cleveland WTA 250 draw.
  • She plans to travel to New York to rest before the US Open, the year’s final Grand Slam, which begins Sunday.
  • In Cleveland she overcame a rain-delayed start and a 1-4 deficit in the first set to close out the win.
  • Lys, a Hamburg native ranked No. 62, has been managing her schedule to safeguard her health.