The first round of qualification matches at the WTA 250 tournament in Rabat has concluded.
Russian tennis player Maria Timofeeva successfully navigated the first qualification hurdle, defeating Tereza Martincova of the Czech Republic.
Maria Timofeeva (Russia) – Tereza Martincova (Czech Republic) – 7/5, 2/6, 6/4
Another Russian player, Ekaterina Yashina, finished her run, losing to Camilla Rosatello of Italy.
Ekaterina Yashina (Russia) – Camilla Rosatello (Italy) – 1/6, 3/6
In the next match for a spot in the main draw of the tournament, Timofeeva will face American Elizabeth Mandlik.
