Bianca Andreescu defeated Andrea Lazaro Garcia 6–1, 6–2 in the first round of the WTA 250 event in Strasbourg on clay on 24 May 2021. As the heavy favourite at 1.15 odds, Andreescu delivered a commanding performance, conceding just three games across two sets against the Spanish qualifier. Garcia, at 6.38 odds, offered minimal resistance in what proved a straightforward progression for the Canadian. The dominant display underscored Andreescu's return to form on the clay circuit, moving her into the second round with a comprehensive victory.