Donna Vekic and Dayana Yastremska, both seasoned contenders, secured victories in the Cymbiotika San Diego Open's first round, showcasing their prowess on the court.

Vekic, a Croatian standout and previous finalist in 2022, demonstrated her skill by defeating local wildcard Katherine Hui in straight sets, marking an impressive WTA Tour singles debut for Hui, who is also recognized as the reigning US Open girls' singles titlist.

Yastremska, a rising star from Ukraine and a recent first-time major semifinalist at the Australian Open, faced a tough battle against American Caroline Dolehide. Despite facing adversity, Yastremska triumphed after a grueling match that lasted over two hours, showcasing her resilience and determination.

Meanwhile, German veteran Tatjana Maria advanced to the next round following a retirement from eighth seed Leylah Fernandez due to a left shoulder injury. This unfortunate exit marked Fernandez's third consecutive year without progressing past the first round in San Diego.

In other matches, Czech player Katerina Siniakova, a doubles champion in the previous year's tournament, secured a convincing victory against Japanese qualifier Mai Hontama. Additionally, Australian wildcard Taylah Preston secured a hard-fought win over Poland's Magdalena Frech, displaying her tenacity and skill on the court.

The Cymbiotika San Diego Open continues to deliver thrilling matches as players compete for glory on the tennis courts of California.