Ashlyn Krueger reached the final of the Japan Open, but Katerina Siniakova proved too strong and took the title comfortably. Even in defeat, the run earned Krueger valuable ranking points and prize money.
Krueger battled through the draw to set up a title match against Siniakova in Japan.
Siniakova controlled the final from the start and never gave Krueger much room to fight back.
The finalist's share of points and prize money is a solid reward for a strong week from Krueger.