Emma Navarro advances at DC Open but seeks improvement after win

Emma Navarro, competing at the Mubadala DC Open, achieved a convincing 6-0, 7-5 victory over Sofia Kenin in the first round. Despite the strong performance, Navarro expressed that she feels distant from her peak form amid a challenging 2026 season marked by health problems and early exits at major events. She is set to face Elisabetta Cocciaretto in the second round, aiming for a place in the quarterfinals. Navarro previously won the Internationaux de Strasbourg and reached the Nottingham Open final, but continues to strive for a higher level of play.

• 6:18 AMYahoo Sports — ‘A Blessing and a Curse’ – Emma Navarro Admits She Feels ‘Far Away’ From Her Best Despite DC Open Win