Aryna Sabalenka’s Wuhan Victory Streak Reaches 20 Matches
Aryna Sabalenka has achieved an impressive milestone, extending her winning streak at the Wuhan Open to 20 matches. The top-ranked player secured her latest victory against eighth-seeded Elena Rybakina with a score of 6-3, 6-3, advancing to the semifinals of the WTA 1000-level tournament.
Sabalenka’s Remarkable Journey
The victory in Wuhan marks another chapter in Sabalenka’s successful campaign in this tournament. She has previously won the Wuhan Open title in 2018, 2019, and again last year. With her recent win, this is her 11th semifinal appearance of the season.
Match Highlights
- Duration: 1 hour and 25 minutes
- Breaks: Sabalenka broke Rybakina’s serve three times
- Crowd Reaction: After the match, she acknowledged the audience with waves and kisses
Coco Gauff’s Impressive Performance
In another semifinal matchup, third-seeded Coco Gauff achieved an easy win against Laura Siegemund, posting a decisive score of 6-3, 6-0. This victory sends Gauff to her second consecutive semifinal at the event.
Upcoming Semifinals
Gauff is set to face either the second-ranked Iga Swiatek or Jasmine Paolini, who were competing in a late match on Friday. As for Sabalenka, she will go up against sixth-seeded Jessica Pegula. Pegula’s path to the semifinals included a nail-biting match where she had to battle through three sets against Katerina Siniakova, concluding with a score of 2-6, 6-0, 6-3.
Pegula’s Recent Matches
Jessica Pegula has shown resilience in her recent matches. She has come off victories against notable players, including No. 9 seed Ekaterina Alexandrova and American Hailey Baptiste. Pegula required seven match points to secure her latest win, showcasing her determination on the court.
Aryna Sabalenka will be looking to continue her winning momentum in the semifinals as the tournament progresses.
