Harriet Dart secures the first set against Zhuoxuan Bai with a 6-4 victory. In a tense and closely contested first set, Dart eventually pulls ahead, earning three break and set points.
A deep return from Dart forces Bai to make an error, sending a low backhand wide and out, thus clinching the set for Dart. Meanwhile, on Court No. 2, Pegula breaks once more to lead 4-0 in the second set, likely ensuring an early and pleasant lunch break soon.