Sat May 24 10:40:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Paula Badosa and Elena Rybakina, two of the top seeds, secured victories in their opening-round matches at the Internationaux de Strasbourg. Badosa, returning from a two-month back injury layoff, advanced after her opponent Marie Bouzkova retired due to injury at 3-3. Rybakina defeated Wang Xinyu in straight sets. Badosa expressed relief at being back on court after a frustrating injury setback that interrupted what she felt was the best tennis of her career. Both players are aiming to regain their early-season form after struggling with injuries and inconsistency. Badosa also launched her “Aces” jewelry line. She will next face either Diane Parry or Liudmila Samsonova. Rybakina will face Magda Linette.

**News Article:**

**Badosa Returns From Injury with Strasbourg Win, Rybakina Advances**

STRASBOURG, France – Paula Badosa marked her return from a two-month injury layoff with a victory at the Internationaux de Strasbourg on Tuesday. The No. 3 seed advanced to the next round after her opponent, Marie Bouzkova, was forced to retire due to injury with the score tied at 3-3 in the first set.

“I’m happy to be back after two months. It was a tough journey,” Badosa said after the match. “I’m still very far from my level but hopefully I can be there soon.”

Badosa, who had been sidelined with a recurring back injury since March, had previously enjoyed a strong start to the 2025 season, including a semifinal appearance at the Australian Open. However, the injury derailed her momentum, forcing her to miss much of the clay-court season.

No. 4 seed Elena Rybakina also secured a straightforward victory, defeating Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3. Rybakina, while having played throughout the season, has seen her results dip since February. She hopes to rediscover her form ahead of Roland Garros.

In addition to her on-court return, Badosa also launched her new “Aces by Paula Badosa” jewelry line, a collaboration with The 1916 Company.

Badosa will face either French wild card Diane Parry or No. 8 seed Liudmila Samsonova in the next round. Rybakina will play against Magda Linette for a spot in the semifinals.

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