Trailing by a set, Fiona Ferro benefited from the retirement of her opponent Loïs Boisson in the first round of the Trophée Clarins. The player from the Alpes-Maritimes will face Cristina Bucsa in the round of 16.
Facing the revelation of this year 2024, Fiona Ferro was not the favorite. With only one defeat in 24 matches played on clay, the Dijon native (20 years old) has climbed to the 152nd place in the world rankings. On the other hand, the player from the French Riviera struggles to string together victories on this surface (3 wins for 6 losses).
However, Fiona Ferro starts her match well. She even manages to create three break points in the first set. But it is her opponent who makes the difference at the end of the first set (6-3).
As usual, seeking revenge, Fiona Ferro shifts into high gear and pushes Loïs Boisson, who nonetheless shows a good level of play. The two French players exchange blows and ultimately the reverse scenario occurs in the second set. The player from Valbonne draws level (6-4).
Unfortunately, the duel has to stop quickly in the third set. Leading by one game in the decisive set, Loïs Boisson injured her left knee. Unable to continue the match, she retires, leaving the path clear for Fiona Ferro to advance to the round of 16.
The player from the Alpes-Maritimes will face a clay court specialist, the Spaniard Cristina Bucsa.
