CroatiaCroatian tennis player Petra Marčinko (WTA rank 77) was leading her first-round match at the US Open against Australian Kimberly Birell (WTA rank 71) when the game was halted due to heavy rain. The match was tied at 6-3, 6-6 (3-3) after both players had opportunities to take control. Marčinko lost the crucial tie-break after making two double faults, while Birell committed ten double faults. The match was rescheduled for Monday. Marčinko had multiple chances to secure the win but missed key points, including a match point. The outcome of this match will determine her next opponent in the second round.
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