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Sabalenka Blazes Through Roland Garros Heat
26 May
Summary
- Aryna Sabalenka secured a swift victory in her Roland Garros opener.
- The world number one navigated sweltering Parisian conditions effectively.
- Sabalenka aims for her first French Open title this year.
Aryna Sabalenka commenced her Roland Garros journey on Tuesday with a commanding performance against Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. The world number one secured a 6-4, 6-2 win on Court Philippe Chatrier, overcoming the intense heat that is currently affecting Paris.
Sabalenka's victory, achieved in just over 75 minutes, sees her progress to the round of 64. Despite a slight falter when attempting to serve out the match, she swiftly regained control, breaking Maneiro's serve to clinch the win. This marks a strong return to clay for the four-time Grand Slam champion after an earlier exit in the Italian Open.
Speaking after the match, Sabalenka acknowledged the challenging conditions, thanking spectators for their support and reminding them to stay hydrated. She also addressed the pressure of being the top seed, stating her experience allows her to manage expectations as she pursues her first French Open title.
