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Aryna Sabalenka Advances with Stunning Quarterfinal Victory

5/14/2025

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Aryna Sabalenka triumphed over Marta Kostyuk with a commanding 6-1, 7-6(8) victory in the Rome quarterfinals, extending her winning streak to nine matches. Demonstrating remarkable grit, the World No. 1 saved 12 of 14 break points, setting the stage for an exciting showdown against Zheng Qinwen, whom she has yet to lose to in their six encounters.

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Aryna Sabalenka triumphed over Marta Kostyuk with a commanding 6-1, 7-6(8) victory in the Rome quarterfinals, extending her winning streak to nine matches. Demonstrating remarkable grit, the World No. 1 saved 12 of 14 break points, setting the stage for an exciting showdown against Zheng Qinwen, whom she has yet to lose to in their six encounters.