Van Roost ended things today with a second-serve ace.
Van Roost eventually went on to win the tournament.
It was Van Roost's 2nd title of the year and the 4th of her career.
Even Van Roost acknowledged a dearth of pep.
It was Van Roost's 1st title of the year and the 3rd of her career.
For Van Roost, a top-flight player for years, it was her last match before retiring at the age of 27.
In contrast, Van Roost double-faulted seven times and conceded four of the six break points she faced.
In contrast to Fernandez, who made just 11 unforced errors, Van Roost committed 43.
Van Roost, from Belgium, had it even simpler.
But Van Roost's confidence and game plan began to evolve.