Serbia’s Jankovic advances

Former world number one Jelena Jankovic was the most notable winner on a day affected by rain and thunderstorms at the Qatar Open on Monday.

The Serb, a former US Open finalist, beat Bulgaria’s Tsevtana Pironkova 6-1, 6-7 (6/8), 6-4 in a first round qualifier lasting two-and-ahalf hours. It is the first time Jankovic has played in qualifiers since 2004. It was also her seventh straight victory against Pironkova. There were also victories for Americans Christina McHale and Madison Brengle to progress to the main draw.