Sabalenka crumbles in French Open quarter-finals
World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shocking defeat in the French Open quarter-finals against Diana Shnaider. After leading 6-3, 4-1, Sabalenka lost momentum and ultimately the match, marking a significant upset. This loss leaves Mirra Andreeva as the highest-ranked player remaining in the women's draw.
- ▪Aryna Sabalenka was defeated by Diana Shnaider in the French Open quarter-finals.
- ▪Sabalenka was leading 6-3, 4-1 before Shnaider made a comeback to win 3-6, 7-5, 6-0.
- ▪Sabalenka expressed her mental struggles during the match, stating she fell into a 'very deep, dark hole'.
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