Aryna Sabalenka remains on track to defend her Australian Open crown after defeating Coco Gauff in a tense semi-final at Melbourne Park. The Belarusian second seed won 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 against American fourth seed Gauff, setting up a final clash with either Zheng Qinwen or Dayana Yastremska.
The highly anticipated rematch between Sabalenka and Gauff lived up to its expectations as both players displayed impressive performances throughout the match. Sabalenka, in particular, showcased her dominance by unleashing her explosive game on Gauff, ultimately securing victory without dropping a set over the past fortnight.
Reflecting on her win, Sabalenka expressed her preparedness for Gauff’s strong play, emphasizing her focus and readiness to make every shot count. With this victory, Sabalenka becomes the first woman to reach back-to-back finals at Melbourne Park since Serena Williams in 2017.
The stage is now set for the final showdown, where Sabalenka will face the winner of the second semi-final between Zheng Qinwen and Dayana Yastremska. Tennis enthusiasts can expect an electrifying clash as the Australian Open 2024 approaches its thrilling conclusion.
Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage of the Australian Open semi-finals as the competition intensifies.
