World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka proved she’s a force to be reckoned with at Wimbledon as she powered past her former doubles partner Elise Mertens in a thrilling match. With a scoreline of 6-4, 7-6 (4), Sabalenka showcased her relentless energy and precision on court, establishing herself as the top seed still in the running.
The match started with Sabalenka taking a 4-1 lead in the first set, only for Mertens to level the game at 4-4. But Sabalenka was quick to respond, winning eight of the next 11 points and clinching the set. In the second set, after Mertens grabbed an early break, Sabalenka’s fierce ground strokes forced her opponent onto the back foot, leading to a nail-biting tie-break that sealed the win in just over 90 minutes.
Despite never having reached a final at the All England Club, Sabalenka is now the player to watch, especially as she sets her sights on an upcoming clash with Germany's Laura Siegemund in the quarterfinals. This performance has everyone buzzing—think of it as a blockbuster movie climax on the grass courts of Wimbledon! 🎾🔥
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Sabalenka downs Mertens to power into Wimbledon quarterfinals
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