Aryna Sabalenka showcased her powerful game in a decisive victory over China’s Wang Xinyu, winning 6-1, 6-3. This match, held on Tuesday, secured Sabalenka a spot in the fourth round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters. Her performance underscored her status as a formidable competitor in the tournament.
The 2023 champion had it all her own way in the opening set against her 29th-ranked foe, winning in 30 minutes. The pair exchanged early breaks in the second on the way to a tie-breaker, in which Gauff seized a 4-1 lead and won on her third match point.
Wang Xiyu Withdraws; Sabalenka Advances with Straight Sets Win
Aryna Sabalenka progressed to the next round after defeating Wang Xiyu in straight sets. The match concluded in under an hour, with Sabalenka sealing victory on her first match point after 54 minutes, aided by a double fault from Wang.
Post-match, Sabalenka expressed satisfaction, stating, “I cannot complain. She’s a tough opponent.” In contrast, Coco Gauff reflected on her performance, noting missed break opportunities and the difficulty of adjusting to the day match conditions on center court.
Andreeva, who also played earlier in the day, highlighted the mental and physical challenges of the match, stating, “It turned into a match of mentality and physicality.”
In a related note, eighth seed Elina Svitolina withdrew from her scheduled match against Wang due to an ankle injury, impacting the tournament’s dynamics.
