
Sabalenka Stuns Swiatek, Reaches French Open Final
Arina Sabalenka Triumphs Over Iga Swiatek to Reach French Open Final Paris, France – Belarusian tennis star Arina Sabalenka has secured her place in the French Open final after a dramatic three-set victory over four-time champion Iga Swiatek. The match, played on June 5th, 2025, was a thrilling display of skill and determination from both players. Sabalenka ultimately prevailed with a score of 7-6 (7-1), 4-6, 6-0. The first set saw a tense tie-break, with Sabalenka demonstrating impressive composure under pressure. Swiatek fought back strongly in the second set, but Sabalenka's resilience shone through in the final set, where she dominated to secure the win. The Belarusian's powerful serves and aggressive baseline play proved too much for Swiatek to handle in the decisive moments. "It was an incredibly tough match," Sabalenka commented after the game. "Iga is an amazing player, and I knew I had to give my absolute best. I'm so happy to have come through and reach the final." Sabalenka's victory sets up an exciting final against the winner of the match between Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff. The Belarusian will be looking to continue her strong performance and claim her first French Open title. This win marks a significant moment for Belarusian tennis and Sabalenka's career, showcasing her talent and determination on the world stage.