The German breezed into the second round in Dubai in the most commanding of fashion, dropping just the single game against Kuznetsova.

Goerges will now play the winner of Barbora Strycova vs Tsvetana Pironkova, who play on Tuesday.

“It’s very satisfying to see a performance like this today,” said Goerges after her victory.

“I like Dubai. I’ve done a lot of pre-seasons here and the courts suit my game. It really forgives you some balls where you don’t hit it in the middle.

“Overall, I can say I’m very satisfied today.”