Angelique Kerber defeated Leylah Fernandez 6–4, 6–3 in the round of 16 at the Olympic Games on clay on 30 July 2024. The German former world number one controlled the match with consistent serving and solid groundstroke play, breaking Fernandez's serve twice in each set to secure a straightforward victory. Kerber's performance demonstrated the experience and technical proficiency that has defined her career, whilst Fernandez struggled to impose her aggressive baseline game on the slower clay surface. The result marks a significant stride for Kerber in the Olympic tournament and underscores her continued competitive standing at the elite level.