Williams, seeded seventh this year, saved two set points in a first-set tie-break as she started her latest bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title.Williams, who has lost four major finals since her last Slam success at the 2017 Australian Open, will take on Begu's compatriot Mihaela Buzarnescu in the second round.
The first official night match under the lights on Court Philippe Chatrier was played behind closed doors due to a 9pm curfew imposed by the French government due to COVID-19.
Naomi Osaka needs the support of us all. It's a sad day when someone with such talent has to withdraw. How brave of her to publicly talk about her mental health issues. Stay Healthy!❤️
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