Sabalenka triumphs over Swiatek to progress to French Open final

6 Jun 2025 • 12:31 AM MYT
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  • Aryna Sabalenka defeated Iga Swiatek 7-6, 4-6, 6-0 in the French Open semi-final, ending Swiatek's 26-match winning streak at the tournament and her bid for a fourth consecutive title.
  • The semi-final match was marked by numerous breaks of serve, with 11 breaks occurring in the first 15 games.
  • After a tense first two sets, Sabalenka dominated the final set, winning it 6-0 in just 24 minutes.
  • Sabalenka will now play either Coco Gauff or Lois Boisson in the final.
  • Sabalenka expressed pride in her victory over Swiatek, acknowledging her as the toughest opponent, especially at Roland Garros.

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