Article by David Marinescu – published Monday, July 28, 2025, 12:54 / Updated Monday, July 28, 2025 12:54
Canadian Leylah Fernandez (22 years old, 24 WTA) defeated Anna Kalinskaya (26 years, 31 WTA) in the final of the Washington tournament, score 6-1, 6-2.
Leylah Fernandez won the 4th career tournament. He obtained a check worth $ 200,000 and 500 points in the WTA standings, jumping to 24th.
Now, Canadian can meet the other goal. Before the American tournament, Leylah made an interesting ad on Instagram. He said he never went to a real meeting and caused the followers to convince her.
Leylah Fernandez, champion at Washington
At the Washington tournament, Fernandez had a bright path. He has passed better -ranked players like Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina. In the last act he played perfectly against Russian Anna Kalinskaya.
Leylah served masterfully. It had a 71% frequency of the first service, and with the first ball it won 75% of the points. He gave the opponent only two chances of break, both saved.
For Canadian is the first title after the Hong Kong 2023.
It has been hard years, with many ups and downs. Due to this title I regained my confidence a little. I went through many complicated moments. I really had no expectations from this tournament. I came with the thought of enjoying tennis. The fact that I defeated Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina, two of the main three favorites, is very satisfying.
– Leylah Fernandez
VIDEO. The summary of the final won by Leylah Fernandez at Washington
