The second round in the Rybakina/Gauff quarter of the China Open 2025 produced some powerful statements. With both top names through, the stage is set for a fascinating run toward the latter rounds in Beijing.
Rybakina Tested but Through
Elena Rybakina (KAZ) had to dig deep in her opener, edging Caty McNally (USA) 7-5, 4-6, 6-3. The Kazakh showed her usual serving firepower, but McNally’s aggressive net play made the contest unpredictable. After splitting the first two sets, Rybakina steadied her ground game and found timely breaks in the decider. It wasn’t her cleanest match, but surviving tough early battles often lays the foundation for a strong week.
Rybakina vs McNally – Full Match Stats
| Statistic | Rybakina | McNally |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 1.11 | 0.90 |
| Serve Rating | 259 | 256 |
| Aces | 8 | 2 |
| Double Faults | 7 | 3 |
| 1st Serve % | 58% (59/101) | 67% (70/105) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 76% (45/59) | 57% (40/70) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 43% (18/42) | 60% (21/35) |
| Break Points Saved | 40% (2/5) | 64% (7/11) |
| Service Games | 81% (13/16) | 73% (11/15) |
| Ace % | 7.9% | 1.9% |
| Double Fault % | 6.9% | 2.9% |
| Return Rating | 146 | 160 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 43% (30/70) | 24% (14/59) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 40% (14/35) | 57% (24/42) |
| Break Points Won | 36% (4/11) | 60% (3/5) |
| Return Games | 27% (4/15) | 19% (3/16) |
| Pressure Points | 38% (6/16) | 63% (10/16) |
| Service Points | 62% (63/101) | 58% (61/105) |
| Return Points | 42% (44/105) | 38% (38/101) |
| Total Points | 52% (107/206) | 48% (99/206) |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 0 |
| Max Points In A Row | 6 | 5 |
| Service Games Won | 81% (13/16) | 73% (11/15) |
| Return Games Won | 27% (4/15) | 19% (3/16) |
| Total Games Won | 55% (17/31) | 45% (14/31) |
| Max Games In A Row | 5 | 3 |
| Match Duration | 2h 30m | |
Gauff in Full Control
Coco Gauff (USA) made a commanding start to her China Open campaign, dispatching Kamilla Rakhimova (WRL) 6-4, 6-0. After a competitive first set, Gauff shifted gears, raising her intensity and taking complete control. Her return of serve was especially sharp, consistently breaking Rakhimova’s rhythm. The American’s athleticism and defensive coverage shone as she saved all 10 breakpoints. She advances with confidence and looks ready for tougher tests ahead.
Rakhimova vs Gauff – Full Match Stats
| Statistic | Rakhimova | Gauff |
|---|---|---|
| Dominance Ratio | 0.67 | 1.50 |
| Serve Rating | 201 | 293 |
| Aces | 1 | 4 |
| Double Faults | 2 | 5 |
| 1st Serve % | 60% (38/63) | 69% (43/62) |
| 1st Serve Points Won | 55% (21/38) | 72% (31/43) |
| 2nd Serve Points Won | 37% (10/27) | 53% (10/19) |
| Break Points Saved | 56% (5/9) | 100% (10/10) |
| Service Games | 50% (4/8) | 100% (8/8) |
| Ace % | 1.6% | 6.5% |
| Double Fault % | 3.2% | 8.1% |
| Return Rating | 75 | 202 |
| 1st Return Points Won | 28% (12/43) | 45% (17/38) |
| 2nd Return Points Won | 47% (9/19) | 63% (17/27) |
| Break Points Won | 0% (0/10) | 44% (4/9) |
| Return Games | 0% (0/8) | 50% (4/8) |
| Pressure Points | 26% (5/19) | 74% (14/19) |
| Service Points | 49% (31/63) | 66% (41/62) |
| Return Points | 34% (21/62) | 51% (32/63) |
| Total Points | 42% (52/125) | 58% (73/125) |
| Match Points Saved | 0 | 0 |
| Max Points In A Row | 4 | 8 |
| Service Games Won | 50% (4/8) | 100% (8/8) |
| Return Games Won | 0% (0/8) | 50% (4/8) |
| Total Games Won | 25% (4/16) | 75% (12/16) |
| Max Games In A Row | 1 | 7 |
| Match Duration | 1h 43m | |
Krejcikova and Leylah Fernandez Impress
Barbora Krejcikova (CZE) produced a steady, professional display to beat Ekaterina Alexandrova (WRL) 7-5, 6-2. She mixed aggressive baseline hitting with clever variety, controlling the second set with ease. Leylah Fernandez (CAN) delivered one of the standout wins of the round, crushing Maria Sakkari (GRE) 6-2, 6-0. Fernandez dictated from the baseline, moving Sakkari around with sharp angles and lightning footwork. Her confidence and precision left the Greek with no answers. Both Krejcikova and Fernandez look primed to challenge the top seeds in this quarter.
Big Results Across the Section
Belinda Bencic (SUI) moved through with a solid 6-3, 6-3 win over Katie Volynets (USA), using her clean ball-striking and experience to keep control. Priscilla Hon (AUS) caused one of the surprises of the round, ousting Jelena Ostapenko (LAT) 6-3, 6-2 with disciplined baseline play. Eva Lys (GER) edged out Iva Jovic (USA) 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 in a tense battle of young talents, showing resilience in the closing games. Meanwhile, wild card McCartney Kessler (USA) stunned Elise Mertens (BEL) 6-2, 6-4, her fearless hitting carrying her into the next stage.
What’s Next in Gauff’s section
The Rybakina/Gauff quarter now sets up high-quality third-round matchups. Rybakina will aim to close off matches better after winning the first set, while Gauff carries momentum into her next clash. Krejcikova and Fernandez look like serious threats for the top seeds in this section after convincing wins.