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Leylah Fernandez advances to third round at Canadian Open in Toronto

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Leylah Fernandez advances to third round at Canadian Open in Toronto
Summary

Leylah Fernandez advanced to the third round of the 2026 Canadian Open with a 6-2, 6-2 victory against Renata Zarazúa on August 5. The match took place at Sobeys Stadium, where Fernandez enjoyed strong support from local fans. Following a first-round bye, she expressed excitement and nerves while competing on home soil. This performance follows a disappointing early exit at the Mubadala DC Open. Fernandez, the last Canadian in the singles draw, is set to play against reigning French Open champion Mirra Andreeva in her next match.

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  • •Fernandez won against Zarazúa to reach the third round.
  • •She received a first-round bye before this match.
  • •The match was held at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto.
  • •Fernandez feels the pressure of being the last Canadian in singles.
  • •She will face Mirra Andreeva next.
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Leylah Fernandez progressed to the third round of the 2026 Canadian Open with a clinical 6-2, 6-2 win against Mexico’s Renata Zarazúa after a first-round bye. The Montréal native felt the love from the Toronto crowd as she was welcomed by a packed stadium on August 5.

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