Wozniacki comes out of retirement, wins first-round match in straight sets at National Bank Open

MONTREAL (AP) — Caroline Wozniacki made a triumphant return to tennis, defeating Kimberly Birrell in straight sets at the National Bank Open on Tuesday.

Wozniacki dominated from the start, securing a 6-2, 6-2 victory while pushing her Australian opponent across the court during rallies. The Dane will face Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova of the Czech Republic, who beat Mayar Sherif of Egypt 6-4, 6-2.

“It’s like riding a bike basically,” Wozniacki told reporters after the match. “You never forget it once you’re in there.”

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