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World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka admitted she felt like quitting tennis after collapsing to a comeback loss against Diana Shnaider in the French Open quarterfinals despite leading by a set and two breaks. Sabalenka lost 12 of the final 13 games, echoing her meltdown in the 2023 final against Coco Gauff. Shnaider will next face qualifier Maja Chwalinska in a stunning semifinal lineup that features no former champion.
World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shocking quarterfinal collapse at Roland-Garros, losing to Diana Shnaider after leading by a set and two breaks. The 22-year-old Russian will next face qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the semifinals.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 6-4, 6-2 in the first round of the French Open, overcoming an early challenge in the opening set. The Belarusian, who is seeking her first Roland Garros title, regained control after a mid-set wobble and wrapped up the match in 75 minutes on Philippe Chatrier.
Aryna Sabalenka lost to Sorana Cirstea 6-2, 3-6, 5-7 in the Italian Open third round, her second defeat in three matches. The four-time Grand Slam champion cited a lower-back and hip issue that limited her movement, casting doubt on her fitness for the May 24 French Open. Cirstea, 36 and in her final season, earned her first win over a world No.1 and will next face Linda Noskova.
Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff have warned they may boycott the French Open over prize money, despite a 10% increase this year. Top players argue the total fund of €61.7 million is well below the 22% of tournament revenue they demand, and that lower-ranked players are struggling to make ends meet.
