In Tokyo, Dominika Cibulkova fought back to top Lucie Safarova, 4-6, 6-1, 7-5. On match point, the Slovak opted for a bold choice, hitting an effective drop shot to take the match.

The pint-sized 26-year-old loves a good battle, as she's proven time and time again.

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The world No. 12 next takes on local Japanese favorite Naomi Osaka.