Aryna Sabalenka continues her impressive form at Wimbledon 2025, advancing to the quarterfinals after defeating Elise Mertens 6-4, 7-6(4) in the fourth round[1]. This victory marks her eleventh win in thirteen singles meetings against Mertens and keeps Sabalenka on track in her quest for another Grand Slam title. She will face 37-year-old Laura Siegemund in the quarterfinals, who is the oldest first-time Wimbledon quarterfinalist in the Open Era[3].
Sabalenka has not dropped a set so far at this Wimbledon, surviving tiebreaks in three consecutive matches and displaying her trademark aggressive style of play. She enters the quarterfinal as the overwhelming favorite against Siegemund, holding strong odds and a reputation as the world No. 1[3].
Her recent accomplishments extend beyond Wimbledon. In 2025, Sabalenka reached the finals of both the Australian Open and French Open, finishing runner-up at each[4]. Her Grand Slam tally stands at three singles majors (2023 Australian Open, 2024 Australian Open, and 2024 US Open), and she remains at the top of the WTA rankings with a significant points lead over her closest rivals[2][6]. She also topped the UTR women’s tennis rankings in May 2025 (UTR 13.16), maintaining her status as one of the most dominant players in the game[2].
Sabalenka’s powerful game, highlighted by her serve and aggressive shot-making, has solidified her as the player to beat on tour. Her consistent results and command of the rankings have made her the focal point of women’s tennis as the 2025 season reaches the summer Grand Slam stage[6].
References
- [1] Sabalenka keeps rolling, reaches Wimbledon quarterfinals – WTA
- [2] UTR Rating Top 10 Women’s Tennis Players: Gauff Edges Upward …
- [3] Aryna Sabalenka vs. Laura Siegemund odds, prediction – CBS Sports
- [4] Aryna Sabalenka – Wikipedia
- [6] WTA Singles World Rankings – complete list: Aryna Sabalenka stays …