Summary
Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one tennis player, advanced to the fourth round of the Australian Open after defeating Anastasia Potapova. Despite initially leading, Sabalenka had to overcome a strong challenge from Potapova, ultimately winning with scores of 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (9-7). Sabalenka, who has been successful in recent Grand Slams, highlighted her mental strength as key to her victory.
Key Facts
- Aryna Sabalenka is the current world number one in women's tennis.
- She won the Australian Open in 2023 and 2024.
- Sabalenka defeated Anastasia Potapova to reach the fourth round of the 2025 Australian Open.
- The match ended with scores of 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (9-7) in Sabalenka's favor.
- Sabalenka has won 19 Grand Slam tie-breaks in a row, a record for female players in the Open era.
- She has worked on controlling her emotions with a psychologist to improve her game.
- Sabalenka has reached at least the semi-finals in 13 of her last 16 Grand Slam tournaments.
- She will face 19-year-old Victoria Mboko from Canada in the next round.
