Alexandrova Faces Navarro in Adelaide International Round of 16

No. 27-ranked Ekaterina Alexandrova will take on No. 8 Emma Navarro in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Adelaide International on Tuesday, January 7. The match marks a crucial showdown as both players aim to advance in the tournament.

Alexandrova enters the match following a tough loss to Rebecca Sramkova in the Round of 64 at the China Open on September 27, 2024. The Russian player fell 7-5, 4-6, 3-6 in a hard-fought battle. Meanwhile, Navarro also faced disappointment at the China Open, losing to Shuai Zhang 4-6, 2-6 in the same round on September 26, 2024.

The Adelaide International, a key warm-up event for the Australian Open, has drawn top talent from around the world. Alexandrova, known for her powerful baseline game, will look to rebound against Navarro, who has risen rapidly in the rankings with her consistent performances.

Fans can catch the action live, with streaming options and TV coverage available globally. The match is expected to be a highlight of Day 1, showcasing the competitive spirit of both players as they vie for a spot in the quarterfinals.