Sabalenka Defeats Badosa in French Open Battle of the Besties
Sabalenka Takes Down Friend in Quarterfinals
Title Reign Ignites with Impressive Win
WEB Aryna Sabalenka set aside her strong friendship with Paula Badosa to win a bestie battle at the 2024 Roland Garros. Sabalenka underlined her French Open title credentials by completing another impressive three-set victory, this time against her close friend, in the quarterfinals.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both players showcasing their exceptional skills on the clay court. Sabalenka, however, proved to be more consistent and resilient throughout the match. She ultimately prevailed with a score of 7-5, 6-4, 6-3.
Sabalenka's victory sets her up for a potentially thrilling semifinal clash against reigning champion Iga Świątek. It marks the second consecutive year that Sabalenka has reached the semifinals of the French Open, having finished runner-up to Świątek in the previous edition.
The Belarusian player has been in excellent form throughout the tournament, showcasing her aggressive style of play and powerful groundstrokes. With her victory over Badosa, Sabalenka has now won 10 consecutive matches on the Parisian clay and looks poised to make a strong challenge for the title.
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