Harriet Dart exits Eastbourne Open as Arthur Fery advances

Harriet Dart has been eliminated from the Eastbourne Open after losing to Zeynep Sönmez 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 in the first round. Despite starting strong, breaking Sönmez multiple times in the first set, she faltered in the final set, allowing Sönmez to mount a comeback with a series of breaks. In contrast, Arthur Fery progressed to the second round, defeating Roman Andres Burruchaga 6-2, 4-7, 7-5. Fery's victory is significant as he is part of a historic moment for British tennis, with six male British players advancing to the round of 16 for the first time in the tournament's history.