Indonesia’s Jessica Tjen defeated Slovakia’s Rebecca Šramková 6–4, 6–2 in the Round of 32 of the Mubadala DC Open (WTA 500) on 28 July 2026. Playing on the Grandstand Court in Washington, D.C., Tjen delivered a composed performance, winning in straight sets after 1 hour and 21 minutes to secure her place in the Round of 16.
Tjen made a confident start, matching Šramková in the early exchanges before gaining the upper hand with disciplined baseline play. She capitalized on a crucial break of serve late in the opening set and maintained her composure to take it 6–4, establishing an early advantage.
Šramková attempted to respond in the second set, looking to extend rallies and put pressure on Tjen’s serve. However, Tjen remained consistent from the baseline, limiting unforced errors while creating regular opportunities on return.
The Indonesian continued to dictate the tempo as the second set progressed, earning another key break before confidently serving out the match 6–2. The straight-sets victory secured her place in the next round and marked another impressive performance in the Washington tournament.
Standout Performances
- Jessica Tjen (Indonesia): Defeated Rebecca Šramková 6–4, 6–2.
- Rebecca Šramková (Slovakia): Competed strongly in the opening set before falling behind.
- Round: Round of 32.
- Match Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes.
- Result: Tjen advanced to the Round of 16.
Tjen’s ability to win the key points in the opening set proved decisive. She carried that momentum into the second set, where consistent serving and aggressive returning helped her complete the match in straight sets.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: Mubadala DC Open (WTA 500)
- Round: Round of 32
- Date: 28 July 2026
- Venue: Washington, D.C., USA
- Court: Grandstand Court
- Surface: Hard
- Winner: Jessica Tjen (Indonesia)
- Runner-up: Rebecca Šramková (Slovakia)
- Final Score: 6–4, 6–2
- Match Duration: 1:21
- Result: Jessica Tjen advanced to the Round of 16.