Aryna Sabalenka continued her strong form at the WTA Finals, defeating American star Coco Gauff in straight sets to secure her place in the semifinals. The World No. 1 from Belarus showed her trademark power and confidence throughout the match, winning 6-3, 7-5 in a thrilling contest.
Sabalenka started the match aggressively, using her deep groundstrokes and strong serves to control the rallies. Gauff, known for her athletic defense and quick footwork, tried to counter Sabalenka’s power but struggled to find rhythm in the first set. The Belarusian broke Gauff’s serve twice and closed the set 6-3.
The second set was more competitive, with Gauff fighting hard to push Sabalenka to longer rallies. However, Sabalenka held her composure in crucial moments, breaking Gauff in the 11th game before serving out the match confidently. The victory not only confirmed her semifinal spot but also reinforced why she remains the top-ranked player in the world.
Speaking after the match, Sabalenka praised Gauff for her resilience: “Coco is such a tough opponent. I had to stay aggressive and focused till the end. I’m happy with the way I handled pressure today.”
Sabalenka will now face American Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals. The matchup promises an exciting clash of power and precision, as both players are known for their aggressive baseline play. If Sabalenka wins, she will move one step closer to capturing the prestigious WTA Finals title — a perfect way to end her remarkable season.
Here’s the detailed score for the match between Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff at the WTA Finals 2025 in Riyadh:
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Sabalenka defeated Gauff 7-6 (5), 6-2.
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First set: Sabalenka came from a 4-2 deficit in the tiebreak to win it.
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Second set: Sabalenka broke early and maintained control, converting five of six break-points overall in the match.
