Svitolina beats former world No. 1 Sabalenka to reach WTA Finals semifinals
Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina finished the group stage of the WTA Finals with a three-set victory over Aryna Sabalenka on Nov. 13, securing a place in the semifinals.
Ukraine's Elina Svitolina edged past former world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to advance to the WTA Finals semifinals. Svitolina, who suffered a five-match losing streak against Sabalenka, triumphed in a grueling three-set battle on Nov. 13. The Ukrainian dominated the first set, overcoming a 0-2 deficit to win 6-3. In the second set, Svitolina trailed 1-5 but managed to cut Sabalenka's lead to two games before the Russian held her ground, eventually securing a 6-3 victory.
In the decisive third set, Svitolina lost the opening game on her serve but then won five consecutive games, closing the set with a 6-1 score. The match lasted 1 hour and 55 minutes. Svitolina served six aces and committed nine double faults, while Sabalenka had one ace. Svitolina's victory snapped a five-match losing streak against Sabalenka.
The Ukrainian tennis player praised her performance, attributing her win to her improved footwork and focus throughout the tournament. Svitolina will now face Czech player Linda Noskova in the semifinals, scheduled for Nov. 14.
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