2023 Lyon Open WTA Entry List - Garcia, Vekic, Cornet & more

The 2023 Lyon Open is right around the corner, with the WTA 250 event set to take place from January 30th to February 5th.

As one of the first events after the first major of the season - the Australian Open, it's sure to be a hotly contested tournament, with some of the top players in the world looking to get their year off to a strong start.

One player to watch out for is Caroline Garcia, who will be making her return to the Lyon Open after a strong showing in the event in previous years. The Frenchwoman has a solid track record at the tournament, having reached the semifinals in 2022 and the quarterfinals in 2020.

The 2022 WTA Finals champion should be the highest-ranked player at the event and with the support of the home crowd, she should be also the biggest favourite to win in Lyon.

Another player to keep an eye on is Liudmila Samsonova, who will be making her debut at the Lyon Open this year. The Russian has been on the rise in recent years, breaking into the top 20 of the WTA rankings and impressing with her strong all-around game.

Alize Cornet will also be one to watch at the Lyon Open, as the Frenchwoman looks to build on a solid season in 2022. Cornet wasn't successful at this event before as she managed to win only one match in three appearances, but with her powerful forehand and solid serve, Cornet will be a tough opponent for anyone in the draw.

Donna Vekic is also one of the players competing as she will make her debut in the French city. On the other hand, Shuai Zhang will be the defending champion, having won the event in 2022.

Jil Teichmann and Petra Martic will also be competing at the Lyon Open, with both players looking to build on solid seasons in 2022. Both players will be looking to make a big impact in Lyon as they look to start their year on a strong note.

The 2023 Lyon Open looks set to be an exciting event, with a strong field of players competing for the title. With a mix of established stars and rising talents, it's sure to be a thrilling tournament from start to finish.

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