Sabalenka storms into next round with dominant straight-sets victory
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to the next round of the tournament after a straight-sets win. She defeated Jaqueline Cristian 6-4, 6-1 in their third-round match. The victory keeps her on track for another deep run in the competition.
Sabalenka started strongly, taking an early 4-1 lead in the first set. Though Cristian fought back, the top seed held firm and eventually closed it out 6-4.
The second set proved more one-sided. Sabalenka dominated from the start, breaking early and wrapping up a 6-1 win. Her next opponent will be either Naomi Osaka or Camila Osorio, who face each other in the following round.
With three Grand Slam titles already to her name—the 2023 and 2024 Australian Opens, plus the 2024 US Open—Sabalenka remains a formidable force in women's tennis.
The win ensures Sabalenka's place in the next stage of the tournament. She will now prepare to face either Osaka or Osorio, depending on their result. Her consistent form suggests she will be a tough challenge for whoever progresses.
