Bengaluru, Feb. 19 -- On a warm afternoon at Centre Court, the crowd was treated to a match that had everything tennis can offer: power, precision, courage, and the ebb and flow of momentum. Belgium's third seed Hanne Vandewinkel took on India's promising talent Shrivalli Rashmikaa Bhamidipaty in a Round of 16 battle that stretched for two hours and 29 minutes. When the dust settled, Vandewinkel emerged victorious 6-2, 6-7, 6-1, but the contest belonged to both players, a showcase of resilience and skill.
The match began with Vandewinkel asserting her authority early, but Shrivalli was far from overawed. The Indian held her first service game, taking a brief 1-0 lead, but the Belgian quickly regained control. Her movement was sharp, her gr...