Iryna Bara (210 WTA) lost her chance to enter the main draw of Wimbledon after losing to American Taylor Townsend (107 WTA) in the first round of qualification with a score of 6-3, 6-1.

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Iryna Bara, lost to Taylor Townsend in Wimbledon qualifying

After an incredible start to Iryna Bara’s 3-0 lead, the American came back to win six games in a row.

The second set started very differently, Townsend managed to win four more games in a row, but the Romanian was unable to create any problems.

Also on Tuesday, Gabriela Ruse advanced to the semifinals of Wimbledon qualifying, beating Isabel Lacey 7-5, 6-2.

Wimbledon 2023 will be held from July 3 to 16 at the London All England Club complex.