Peyton Stearns pulled off a major upset against fifth-seeded Madison Keys in the third round of the Rome tennis tournament

winning 2-6, 6-2, 7-6. This victory marks a significant surprise in the tournament so far, as Stearns managed to clinch the match in a tiebreak.

Match Details:

– Set Scores: Stearns lost the first set 2-6 but dominated the second set 6-2, before securing the third set in a tiebreak 7-6.

– Statistics: Keys hit 6 aces compared to Stearns’ 4, while Keys also had 6 double faults, matching Stearns’ count.

– Player Performance: Stearns played with remarkable consistency in the second and third sets, while Keys seemed to struggle with maintaining her form.

Highlights of the Win:

– Second Win Over Keys: This marks Stearns’ second victory over Keys, following her win at the Toronto tournament last year.

– Advancement to Round Four: Stearns advances to the fourth round of the Rome tournament, a notable achievement for her.

– Strong Clay-Court Performance: Stearns has shown impressive form on clay courts, having won the Rabat title last year and reaching the fourth round in Madrid this year.