Sabalenka earns 53-minute US Open win - but tension still shows
Summary
Aryna Sabalenka won her US Open second-round match quickly by beating Polina Iatcenko in 53 minutes. Despite the easy win, Sabalenka showed some frustration during her post-match interview and aims to win her third US Open title in a row.Key Facts
- Sabalenka is the two-time defending US Open champion and world number one.
- She defeated Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 in 53 minutes.
- Sabalenka wants to become the third woman to win three consecutive US Open titles.
- She faced a tough season with some recent losses, unlike her strong start earlier this year.
- Sabalenka got upset with a reporter’s question about partying before the tournament.
- Iatcenko, ranked 160th, played nervously but gained experience and prize money.
- Sabalenka will play Kamilla Rakhimova in the third round.
- If Elena Rybakina reaches the semifinals, she will claim the top world ranking from Sabalenka, even if Sabalenka wins the tournament.
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