Normally, Rybakina struggles make the switch from the Madrid Open to the WTA 1000 in Rome, but this year was an exception. again contrast to prior years, the Kazakhstani player managed to develop a pretty good rhythm by putting together some really strong performances.

The event took place in 2023 during a rainy season, which caused chaos in the schedule. However, Rybakina was able to mitigate the effects of her allergy, so she wasn’t too affected.

It was therefore enough—a combination of good fortune and skill—to propel her to the trophy. After her elimination from the Madrid Open, she talked about it and that she hoped the same thing would happen this time around.

It’s going to be difficult to adjust, especially for Rybakina who frequently discusses her allergy in the Italian city, so the goal is to travel to Rome and become used to the environment.

On Friday, May 3, 2024, Auger-Aliassime advances to the Madrid Open Final following Lehecka’s injury-related retirement.

“At this point, I find it crucial to take a few days off before attempting to acclimate to the circumstances in Rome. Naturally, the ball will fly differently in order to feel the courts and other surfaces. I expect to feel good because I played well last year.”

She also joked that since the weather helped her avoid the allergy last year, she was hoping for additional assistance from it. Anything may happen, as the last few months have demonstrated. Just two weeks ago, we saw players playing in the snow in Munich.

Rybakina is the defending champion of the Italian Open and will be looking to retain her title in the Italian metropolis after suffering a setback in Madrid.