Emma Navarro Reigns As Tearful Lois Boisson Forced to Leave Mid-match at China Open

The 2025 China Open has been nothing short of an emotional rollercoaster for the tennis community. Every match continues to deliver thrilling moments and unexpected outcomes, with the recent Beijing WTA 1000 round of 32 clash between Lois Boisson and Emma Navarro being no exception. Unfortunately, this encounter ended on a sad note, as the Frenchwoman was forced to retire during the match, handing the American a passage to the next round.

Boisson started the match strongly but struggled with a persistent left thigh issue, which had already been bandaged before the game. After taking a medical timeout in the first set, she tried to continue, but the injury ultimately proved too much. Down 2-6, 0-1, the Frenchwoman tearfully stepped off the court, leaving Navarro to advance and reflect a mix of relief and sympathy for her opponent’s plight.