Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to her second consecutive US Open women’s singles final after defeating Emma Navarro in the semi-finals with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (2). The No 2 seed, who finished as the runner-up in 2023, displayed her usual style of high-risk, high-reward tennis to secure the victory.
Despite facing a tough challenge from Navarro in the second set, Sabalenka managed to maintain her focus and secure the win in a tiebreaker. Her opponent, Navarro, fought hard and even managed to break Sabalenka’s serve when she was serving for the victory.
Sabalenka will now face either Jessica Pegula or Karolina Muchova in the final, and she is determined to learn from her past experiences and perform better this year. The Belarusian player showcased her versatility on the court, combining power with delicate drop shots and timely returns to outplay her opponent.
With a total of 34 winners and 34 unforced errors, Sabalenka’s aggressive style of play paid off in the end. She will be competing in her fourth consecutive final at a major tournament held on a hard court, displaying her dominance in this surface.
The match was a display of Sabalenka’s mental toughness and skillful gameplay, as she overcame the challenge posed by Navarro to secure her spot in the final. The spectators at Arthur Ashe Stadium witnessed a thrilling semi-final, with Sabalenka emerging as the victor in the end.
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