Sabalenka continued her unstoppable form, defeating Madison Keys to extend her winning streak to 15 matches. The top-seeded player dominated her American opponent, securing a 6-4, 6-3 victory on Wednesday to reach the China Open quarter-finals.
With this win, Sabalenka inches closer to regaining the world No. 1 spot from Iga Swiatek. She is now just two victories away from reclaiming the top position in the WTA Race rankings, heading into the year-end championships in Riyadh.
Sabalenka’s Remarkable Season
Sabalenka has been in red-hot form this season, reaching the quarter-finals or better in 12 of the 15 tournaments she’s participated in. Her victory over Keys adds to an already impressive tally, bringing her season total to 48 wins.
The Belarusian has not dropped a set so far at the China Open, showcasing her dominance on the court. Her confidence and form have made her one of the strongest contenders for the title in Beijing.
Unbeatable Streak Continues
Sabalenka has not tasted defeat since the quarter-finals of the Toronto Open in August. Her current 15-match win streak is the longest of her career. Over this stretch, she has won 30 of the 31 sets played, with her only set loss coming against Ekaterina Alexandrova in the third round of the US Open.
Now in her third consecutive China Open quarter-final, Sabalenka is eyeing a breakthrough in Beijing, as she aims to make her first semi-final appearance in the tournament.
Next Challenge Awaits
For her next match, Sabalenka will face either US Open semi-finalist Karolina Muchova or Spain’s Cristina Bucsa. With the way she’s been performing, Sabalenka remains the clear favorite to advance further in the tournament.
As the season reaches its climax, Sabalenka continues to be a force to be reckoned with on the WTA
