


Kenin eventually prevailed without any further fuss. An early break in the second set allowed her to take control of the momentum and Stephens was never able to recover from that setback, despite having a couple of break points in the sixth game but wasn’t able to convert. The 2020 Australian Open winner secured a crucial break in the 10th game of the set to go up in the match. The first set was more evenly balanced as compared to the second set whose proceedings were dictated by Kenin. Kenin won 6-4, 6-1 in 81 minutes to take her place in the second round. Meanwhile, the American derby between Sofia Kenin and Sloane Stephens saw the former oust the latter. Indian Wells: Sofia Kenin no match for Sloane Stephens Looking to reach the third round, Galfi will now play French fifth seed, Caroline Garcia. I had some ups and downs in the second (set) as well, but I'm happy I could get through those tough moments and that's what I'm the most happy about”. I tried to be there mentally from the first second.
