Aryna Sabalenka continues to make headlines as she advances through the 2025 US Open. Sabalenka, the defending women’s singles champion, eased into the third round after defeating Polina Kudermetova 7-6(4), 6-2, overcoming a shaky start but showing her trademark resilience[7]. Her match was scheduled after Carlos Alcaraz on Arthur Ashe Stadium, and Alcaraz’s quick victory ensured Sabalenka didn’t have to play late into the night, something she was thankful for given her previous experiences of marathon matches in New York[1].
This follows Sabalenka’s stellar 2025 season to date, including winning the Brisbane International and reaching the finals at both the Australian Open and French Open—though she finished runner-up in both events, to Madison Keys and Coco Gauff, respectively[2][4]. Her consistent deep runs at Grand Slams have cemented her status as one of the year’s dominant players.
Looking ahead, Sabalenka faces Leylah Fernandez in the third round, a matchup highly anticipated by fans and analysts. Sabalenka reflected positively on her growth since their last meeting, noting that she has evolved as both a player and a person, expecting a very different contest for this encounter[5].
The US Open, where Sabalenka claimed her first title in 2024, remains a tournament where the Belarusian excels. As she defends her crown, her fans and tennis commentators are watching closely to see if she can repeat last year’s success following a season marked by both triumphs and close losses in major finals[3][4].
References
- [1] Aryna Sabalenka thanks Carlos Alcaraz for avoiding late night at US Open
- [2] Aryna Sabalenka Wikipedia: Career & Results
- [3] Aryna Sabalenka vs. Polina Kudermetova Full Match (US Open 2025) – YouTube
- [4] Aryna Sabalenka’s Grand Slam Titles, Finals
- [5] Aryna Sabalenka vs. Leylah Fernandez Match Preview – YouTube
- [7] Aryna Sabalenka shakes off shaky start for Round 2 win at 2025 US Open