Jalina Ingram Takes Down Genie Bouchard: Jalina Ingram delivered a stunning upset at the Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open, defeating No. 8 seed Genie Bouchard in straight games at Little Valley Sports Complex in St. George, Utah. The 17-year-old fought back from a massive deficit in the second game to win 11-6, 12-10.
Strong Start for Ingram
Ingram showed confidence from the start, taking control of the opening game and securing an 11-6 win over Bouchard. The second game, however, appeared to be going in the Canadian’s favor, as she built a commanding 9-2 lead.
Bouchard even had a game point, but Ingram refused to back down. The young American mounted an impressive comeback, saving the crucial point and clawing her way back to seal the match without needing a tiebreaker.
Quarterfinals Await
With the win, Ingram advances to the quarterfinals, where she will face No. 3 seed Lea Jansen. A victory in that matchup would secure her a spot in the tournament’s semifinals, marking a significant milestone in her young career.
News in Brief: Jalina Ingram Takes Down Genie Bouchard
Jalina Ingram upset No. 8 seed Genie Bouchard in straight games at the Red Rock Open, winning 11-6, 12-10. After trailing 9-2 in the second game, the 17-year-old completed a remarkable comeback. She will face No. 3 seed Lea Jansen next for a semifinal spot.
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