Sabalenka’s French Open meltdown sparks exit fears after shock collapse
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Aryna Sabalenka didn’t just lose a tennis match in Paris — she lost 10 straight games, her composure, and, for a moment, her love for the sport.
- The world No. 1 looked untouchable Wednesday as she chased her first French Open crown.
- Blustery winds swept red clay across Court Philippe Chatrier, Shnaider found her range, and Sabalenka’s game disintegrated.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Aryna Sabalenka didn’t just lose a tennis match in Paris — she lost 10 straight games, her composure, and, for a moment, her love for the sport.
The world No. 1 looked untouchable Wednesday as she chased her first French Open crown. Sabalenka took the first set 6-3 and surged to a 4-1 double-break lead in the second against Russia’s Diana Shnaider in the quarterfinals. She was two points from the semifinals.
Blustery winds swept red clay across Court Philippe Chatrier, Shnaider found her range, and Sabalenka’s game disintegrated. She dropped 10 consecutive games in a stunning 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 defeat, spraying 57 unforced errors and slamming her racket in frustration.