Wimbledon champion Noskova, finalist Zverev eliminated early at Canadian Open

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Wimbledon champion Noskova, finalist Zverev eliminated early at Canadian Open
Summary

Wimbledon women's singles champion Linda Noskova lost in the first round of the Canadian Open in Toronto, falling to Caty McNally 7-6(5), 6-1. Noskova, now ranked No 7 in the world, led 5-1 in the first set and had two set points but could not convert. In Montreal, men's singles finalist Alexander Zverev was knocked out by Tallon Griekspoor, losing 6-7(3), 6-2, 6-4. This marks Zverev's first first-match loss of the season. Daniil Medvedev also faced an early exit, losing to Botic van de Zandschulp. Both players are expected to compete at the Cincinnati Open before the US Open commencing on August 30.

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  • Noskova lost to McNally 7-6(5), 6-1 in Toronto.
  • Zverev was defeated by Griekspoor 6-7(3), 6-2, 6-4 in Montreal.
  • Zverev expressed disappointment in his performance after a break from competition.
  • Daniil Medvedev also lost early, falling to van de Zandschulp.
  • All three players are set to participate in the Cincinnati Open.
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