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News in English (USA) / 03.06.2026 / 19:00

Stunning Upset at French Open as Top-Seeded Sabalenka Falls to Shnaider

In a shocking quarter-final match at the French Open, world number one Aryna Sabalenka was defeated by 19-year-old Diana Shnaider, who made a remarkable comeback from being down 6-3, 4-1. Sabalenka’s collapse, which saw her lose ten consecutive games, has left her contemplating retirement from tennis. The defeat sends Shnaider into her first Grand Slam semifinal, marking a significant milestone in her young career. As Sabalenka reflects on her unexpected exit, questions arise about her future in the sport and the implications for her world ranking.
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