Sabalenka earns 53-minute US Open win - but tension still shows
Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka cruises into the US Open third round before a spiky exchange with a journalist.
Aryna Sabalenka secured a swift 53-minute victory over debutant Polina Iatcenko at the US Open, demonstrating her dominance early in their match. The world number one, aiming to win her third successive US Open title after Chris Evert and Serena Williams, displayed her exceptional skill and focus. Despite a brief tension with a reporter, Sabalenka remained composed and focused on her goal.
She expressed satisfaction with her performance and focus, looking forward to the next round against Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova. Sabalenka's swift win highlights her potential to recover from a recent dip in form and maintain her position at the top of the rankings.
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