Mary Stoiana competes at U.S. Open in her Grand Slam debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 7:57 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Mary Stoiana made her Grand Slam debut at the U.S. Open on September 1, 2026, facing No. 17 seed Alexandra Eala. Stoiana lost in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2, but called the experience a significant milestone in her career. Previously, she qualified for the main draw after winning three qualifying matches. Currently ranked 122, Stoiana plans to continue her season in Brazil at the SP Open and has upcoming tournaments in California, Japan, and Hong Kong.
- •Stoiana qualified for her first Grand Slam at the U.S. Open.
- •She lost to Eala in her opening match in straight sets.
- •Current singles ranking is 122, aiming for a higher ranking.
- •She reached the second round at the Kiah Open last week.
- •Next competitions include tournaments in Brazil, California, Japan, and Hong Kong.
- 7:57 PMYahoo Sports — Connecticut women's tennis player Mary Stoiana hoping to become fixture on WTA Tour
"Stoiana qualified for her first Grand Slam tennis event at the U.S. Open. She says its the beginning of her journey.
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