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WTA Hong Kong Day 3 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Eva Lys

2023 WTA Hong Kong champion Leylah Fernandez will continue her quest for a second title against Eva Lys on Day 3. It promises to be an exciting battle between two of the most watchable players in the draw.

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Elena Rybakina Steamrolls Leylah Fernandez, But Is a Teenage Nightmare Waiting?

Another day, another dominant performance from Elena Rybakina. It feels like we’re saying that a lot lately, doesn’t it? This time, it was Canada’s Leylah Fernandez who was on the receiving end of a classic Rybakina takedown at the Toray Pan Pacific Open.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

WTA Tokyo Day 4 Predictions Including Elena Rybakina vs Leylah Fernandez

The second batch of WTA Tokyo quarterfinalists will be determined on Day 4, and second seed Elena Rybakina is two wins away from qualifying for the WTA Finals.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

WTA Tokyo Day 2 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Maria Sakkari

This week’s WTA 500 event in Tokyo doesn’t exactly feature the strongest field and it wasn’t helped by several withdrawals, including that of #1 seed Jasmine Paolini, which led to the draw being reshuffled.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / October 19

WTA roundup: Leylah Fernandez, Elena Rybakina capture wins on Asian swing

Leylah Fernandez of Canada fought off a challenge from 18-year-old qualifier Tereza Valentova to win the Japan Open 6-0, 5-7, 6-3 in Osaka on Sunday.

Tennis News / ESPN / October 19

Fernandez wins Japan Open for fifth career title

Leylah Fernandez captured her fifth career title with a 6-0, 5-7, 6-3 victory over Tereza Valentova in the Japan Open final on Sunday.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 18

WTA Osaka Final Prediction: Leylah Fernandez vs Tereza Valentova

Naomi Osaka was the favourite going in to her home tournament this week at WTA Osaka, but she was forced to withdraw before her quarterfinal match and we will now have a first ever matchup between Leylah Fernandez and Tereza Valentova for the title in Japan’s second biggest city.

Tennis News / ESPN / October 18

Fernandez faces teen qualifier in Japan Open final

Leylah Fernandez needs three sets to advance to the Japan Open final where she will face 18-year-old qualifier Tereza Valentova.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 17

WTA Osaka Semifinal Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Sorana Cirstea

We head into the penultimate stage at the WTA 250 in Osaka as four players slug it out for a chance to win the prize money and points at stake as the season winds down.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 15

WTA Osaka Day 4 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Dalma Galfi

It should be another exciting day of tennis at WTA Osaka. As always, we here at LWOT predict every match on the slate in Osaka, but who will book their spot in the next round in Japan?

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

WTA Osaka Day 2 Predictions Including Leylah Fernandez vs Hailey Baptiste

It should be another entertaining day of WTA Osaka tennis. We at LWOT predict the matches of the 2021 US Open runner-up Leylah Fernandez, American star Alycia Parks, and Elise Mertens here.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 7

Naomi Osaka rallies in epic comeback win over Leylah Fernandez at Wuhan Open

While Emma Raducanu couldn't cope with the heat and many others have struggled this week, the heat was ramped up in regards to the scoreline at the Wuhan Open for Naomi Osaka but she dealt with it against Leylah Fernandez.

Tennis News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Naomi Osaka Branded 'Overrated' Minutes After Stunning Leylah Fernandez at Wuhan Open

“I don’t feel sad. It’s really weird. Well, it’s not weird, because I just feel like I did the best that I could,” Naomi Osaka said after her semifinal exit at this year’s US Open.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

WTA Wuhan Day 2 Predictions Including Naomi Osaka vs Leylah Fernandez

Day two action at the Wuhan Open promises some intriguing matchups, with several players trying to build rhythm late in the season and others looking to make a statement ahead of the final stretch.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / September 28

Coco Gauff struggles but holds off Leylah Fernandez to advance in China

Coco Gauff fended off a feisty challenge from Leylah Fernandez as she continued her title defense Sunday at the China Open in Beijing. Gauff defeated Fernandez, of Canada, 6-4, 4-6, 7-5 in a two-hour, 45-minute match, Gauff was forced to battle not only Fernandez but her old nemesis: her serve.

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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 28

'We were going back and forth': Coco Gauff highlights what she could have done better in win against Leylah Fernandez at China Open

America’s Coco Gauff has admitted that there was one area of her game that she would like to improve, despite winning the third round contest at the China Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / September 1

Venus Williams-Leylah Fernandez bound for U.S. Open quarters

For the second time in three matches, members of Gen X and Gen Z teamed up to upset a ranked women's doubles duo at the U.S. Open.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 28

Venus Williams-Leylah Fernandez pull off upset in U.S. Open doubles

Venus Williams continues to prove that there is more to tennis than larger numbers in age and smaller numbers in rankings which accompany your name.

Iga Swiatek pushed to three sets but advances at U.S. Open

'When you add that to the equation, it doesn’t really help': Leylah Fernandez admits return to US Open always tough amid 2021 final run

Leylah Fernandez showcased her trademark composure and focus in her first-round win at the 2025 US Open, navigating the unique challenge of facing a close friend in Rebecca Marino while competing at the highest level.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 9

'We are keeping in contact': Leylah Fernandez shares experience of first-ever date

Canada’s Leylah Fernandez has opened up about her experience of going on a date for the first time in her life. The 22-year-old is a known face in the tennis world ever since playing the final of the US Open at the age of just 18 back in 2021.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / August 7

'Up and down', but grateful: Leylah Fernandez reflects on family, struggles, and growth ahead of Cincinnati Open

Canada’s Leylah Fernandez’s career remains a mystery. For many who have followed her over the years, the 22-year-old continues to divide opinions. Fernandez broke onto the scene in 2021 when she, at the age of just 18, managed to qualify for the final of the US Open.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / July 31

Leylah Fernandez Blasts The Canadian Open Over Failed Scheduling Promises

Leylah Fernandez recently clinched her fourth WTA title after defeating Anna Kalinskaya in straight sets at the Mubadala Citi DC Open. This marks her first title in nearly two years and also her first WTA 500 title.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / July 29

Former ATP Player Predicts Leylah Fernandez Will Do 'Big Things' at the US Open After Citi Open Triumph

Leylah Fernandez claimed the fourth title of her career after beating Anna Kalinskaya in straight sets at the Citi Open. The Canadian star had previously won four WTA 250 titles before the WTA 500 tournament.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / July 28

Leylah Fernandez Soars in WTA Rankings After DC Open Title

Under a bright sky and sweltering conditions, Leylah Fernandez took on Anna Kalinskaya in the 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open final on Sunday afternoon. Undeterred by the heat, Fernandez rolled over Kalinskaya to win her first title of the 2025 WTA season: 6-1, 6-2.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / April 28

WTA Star Leylah Fernandez Left Devastated After Vancouver Tragedy

Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez expressed her deep sorrow over the tragic events that unfolded during the Lapu Lapu Day celebrations in Vancouver this past weekend. The devastating incident claimed 11 lives of several members of the Filipino-Canadian community, sending shockwaves through the nation and leaving many in mourning.