Kristina Liutova wins first-round match at US Open qualifying
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:41 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Kristina Liutova, a 16-year-old from Redmond, advanced in the US Open qualifying tournament after defeating fellow Russian Tatiana Prozorova in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-2. This match marked Liutova's first step towards the main draw at the US Open. Liutova, who recently became the youngest active WTA champion, showcased her competitive skills and resilience throughout the match. She will face Serbia’s Lola Radivojevic in the second round of qualifying on Wednesday.
- •Liutova wins qualifying match in three sets.
- •Match scores were 6-4, 4-6, 6-2.
- •She will play Lola Radivojevic next.
- •Liutova recently became the youngest active WTA champion.
- •The match took place during the US Open qualifying tournament.
- 10:41 AMYahoo Sports — Redmond’s Kristina Liutova, 16, wins first-round US Open qualifying match
"The 16-year-old won her first-round qualifying match Tuesday, beating fellow Russian Tatiana Prozorova in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-2.
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