Sabalenka squeezes out win on sixth match point in Cincinnati
World number one Aryna Sabalenka needed six match points to subdue Talia Gibson on Sunday and join reigning Grand Slam champions Elena Rybakina and Mirra Andreeva in the third round of the Cincinnati Masters.Sabalenka won Cincinnati in 2024 and is hoping for a deep run to carry her into the US Open, where she'll be seeking her first Grand Slam title of the year.
Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the third round of the Cincinnati Masters after overcoming Talia Gibson in a thrilling six-point match on Sunday. The top-ranked Sabalenka needed six match points to secure her victory, ultimately winning 6-2, 7-6 (7/2) in just under two hours. Despite challenging weather conditions, Sabalenka remained composed and expressed relief in overcoming Gibson's aggressive tactics.
This win follows her triumph at the 2024 Cincinnati Masters, and the Belarusian aims to continue her strong start of the year to reach the US Open and capture her first Grand Slam title of 2026.
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