🎾 Aryna Sabalenka’s US Open journey is heating up! Last night, she scored a sweet victory over Leylah Fernandez, a match that held a personal twist of fate. Four years ago, Fernandez surprised everyone by defeating Sabalenka in the semi-finals at Flushing Meadows, but this year, the tennis court told a different story! Throwing down a commanding 6-3, 7-6 (2) win, Sabalenka proved she’s learned from the past and taken her skills to a new level.
Sabalenka shared how meaningful this victory was, recognising it as a test of her growth and development since their last encounter. “It was a tough lesson for me back then. I just wanted to prove to myself that the lesson was learned,” she said, acknowledging Fernandez’s incredible play.
The match wasn’t without its moments – a surprise marriage proposal in the stands caught everyone’s attention, even giving Sabalenka a reason to smile (but not too much!). Keeping her focus, she sent a cheeky glance to her boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis, hinting, “No pressure.”
Next up, Sabalenka faces Cristina Bucsa, who’s making waves herself after knocking out the 19th seed, Elise Mertens. The tournament is already full of surprises as Czech stars Marketa Vondrousova and Barbora Krejcikova have also made headlines, each serving as giant-slayers against top-seeded players.
Jessica Pegula, last year’s finalist, continues her run with a strong performance, taming former world number one Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 7-5. The US Open continues to thrill with its mix of high stakes and heart-warming moments. Can Sabalenka maintain her champion’s momentum? Let’s find out! 🌟🏆