Aryna Sabalenka has made history by advancing to the semifinals of the WTA Finals in Shenzhen, China. The Belarusian player defeated Elena Rybakina in a rain-delayed match that lasted over three hours.
Sabalenka is the first Belarusian player to reach the semifinals of the WTA Finals. She is also the first player from her country to reach the top 10 in the WTA rankings.
The match between Sabalenka and Rybakina was a hard-fought battle that featured long rallies and plenty of back-and-forth play. Both players had their chances to win, but Sabalenka was able to take advantage of her opportunities and eventually won the match 6-3, 6-4.
Sabalenka’s victory was especially impressive considering that she had to wait out a rain delay of over two hours before the match could resume. She was able to stay focused and composed throughout the delay and came out firing when the match resumed.
Sabalenka’s win over Rybakina has earned her a spot in the semifinals of the WTA Finals, where she will face either Simona Halep or Kiki Bertens. It is a remarkable achievement for Sabalenka, who is just 22 years old and is still in the early stages of her career.
The WTA Finals is one of the most prestigious tournaments in women’s tennis, and Sabalenka’s advancement to the semifinals is a testament to her skill and determination. Her win over Rybakina is sure to be remembered as one of the highlights of her career.
