World number one Sabalenka knocked out of French Open after quarter-final defeat to Shnaider
Diana Shnaider defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a surprising quarter-final match at the French Open. Shnaider came back from a set and a double break down to win 3-6, 7-5, 6-0, marking her first Grand Slam semi-final appearance. The match showcased Shnaider's resilience as she won the last 10 games after being close to defeat.
- ▪Diana Shnaider won against Aryna Sabalenka in the French Open quarter-finals.
- ▪Shnaider was down a set and a double break before mounting a comeback.
- ▪This victory marks Shnaider's first Grand Slam semi-final appearance.
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Open this photo in gallery:Russia's Diana Shnaider reacts after winning the quarter-final tennis match against Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus at the French Open in Paris, Wednesday.Emma Da Silva/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountRussian Diana Shnaider battled from a set and a double break down to shock world number one Aryna Sabalenka 3-6 7-5 6-0 in blustery conditions and charge into the French Open semi-finals on Wednesday.In a tournament that has witnessed several shocks including the exits of defending champion Coco Gauff and four-times winner Iga Swiatek, Sabalenka’s loss sent another jolt through the wide-open women’s draw.Shnaider reached her maiden Grand Slam semi-final after an inspired battle in which she won the…
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