Aussie Duo Shine on Day 1 of Hong Kong Open 2025

The Hong Kong Open 2025 is underway, with first-round matches concluding on Day 2 (Tuesday, October 28). On the opening day, Australians Maya Joint and Ajla Tomljanovic were among the winners. Tomljanovic dispatched Momoko Kobori in straight sets, while Joint staged a comeback to beat former top 15 player Anastasija Sevastova.

The second day of the tournament will feature some of the most well-known names on the tour. Belinda Bencic, Sofia Kenin, and Leylah Fernandez are all set to take the court. Fernandez, who captured her first title in nearly two years at the Citi DC Open in July, will be looking to continue her winning ways against China's Wang. After a brief period of disappointing results, Fernandez bounced back with a second title at the Japan Women's Open.

Another player to watch is Mboko, who had a breakthrough at the Canadian Open earlier this year, claiming her maiden WTA title. She has struggled to maintain that level since, but will be hoping to get back on track against Gibson, who has tallied only a couple of wins on the WTA Tour this season.