BOUCHARD GUTS OUT WIN AT ROGERS

Eugenie Bouchard reconnected with her hometown fans with an impressive first-round victory at the US$2.4 million women’s Rogers Cup, but now there is concern for her health. Coach Nick Saviano said Bouchard was fine as she upset Lucie Safarova 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (3), but struggled through a stomach problem while she and partner Carol Zhao lost in straight sets in doubles. Bouchard was unable to attend the usual post-match meeting with the media. “She came off the court and she was in a lot of discomfort with her stomach,” said Saviano. “We know it’s not serious, but she’s very uncomfortable now.”