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Just call me ‘Clay-lah’: Fernandez in French Open last-eight for first time

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Just call me ‘Clay-lah’: Fernandez in French Open last-eight for first time

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Teenager Leylah Fernandez reached the French Open sector finals for the first time on Sunday, reveling in her new nickname of “Clay-lah” in honor of her astounding run at Roland Garros.

Fernandez clinched a tight 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 win over 2019 semi-finalist Amanda Anisimova of the United States to make the remaining 8.

On her way, the 19-year-old has broken serve 23 times over four rounds leading to her rebranded the first name by national media.

“I think it’s actually pretty amazing that they came up with Clay-lah because I have no creativity for that. I wouldn’t think of that nickname,” said 17th-seeded Fernandez, the US Open runner-up last year.

“But my family do use the nickname Leylannie, using my first and middle name, and they put it together, which I always like. I know that I’m doing things right or I’m like being a good kid when they’re calling me Leylannie.”

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In the semi-finals, Fernandez will compete against Martina Trevisan of Italy.

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