China's Wang Yafan endured a grueling match at the Hong Kong Open, battling for nearly three hours to secure her place in the next round. The 31-year-old faced a tough challenge from Australian Maddison Inglis in a match that tested her physical and mental resilience.

The match, held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Victoria Park, was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts, ultimately concluding with Wang edging out Inglis in three sets. Wang showcased her determination, using all her experience to fend off a spirited challenge from Inglis. The final score was 6-4, 6-7(6), 6-3 in favor of Wang.

The first set saw Wang take an early lead, claiming it 6-4. However, Inglis bounced back in the second set, pushing Wang to a tiebreaker which she narrowly won 7-6(6), leveling the match. The deciding set was a test of endurance, with Wang ultimately prevailing 6-3 to secure the victory after two hours and 47 minutes of play.

Wang's victory places her in the Round of 16 at the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2025. She will face the duo of Ma/Zhang.

The LI-NING Hong Kong Open 2025 also features other Chinese players, such as the pair Liang/Wang in the Super 500 Men's Doubles. The tournament is a significant event, drawing attention from tennis enthusiasts and featuring a range of activities, including appearances by celebrities like Nancy Wu.