The top seed and 2024 Brisbane finalist was surrounded by friends Thursday evening, from the fans in the stands to Putintseva herself, who had pushed Sabalenka to three sets only last fall at the Donfeng Voyah Wuhan Open.
“She’s an amazing player. She’s my friend, and she always pushes you to work really hard to work for every point.
Though she ultimately won in straight sets, Sabalenka was still made to battle throughout, rallying from a break down in the opening set, winning it in a tiebreaker, and steeling through the second set behind a single break of serve.
I’m a perfectionist, but I’m really happy with the level I played today, with the points I built today. Of course, I’m super happy with the win,” said Sabalenka, who thanked the crowd for sticking around for the match’s tense conclusion.
“I feel like home here.”
Sabalenka will face another test in the last eight as she aims to get revenge on Marie Bouzkova, who defeated her in three sets last summer in Washington, D.C. Still, the 26-year-old is keeping things simple on the court and when it comes to New Year’s resolutions.
“My personal resolution is to be happy, be healthy, and enjoy every moment,” she said. “I wish that for everyone.”
Brisbane International Tennis Tournament had fans on the edge of their seats as Aryna Sabalenka fought tooth and nail to secure a hard-fought victory. With Formula 1 rising star Jack Doohan in the crowd, Sabalenka showcased her determination and drive to survive in a thrilling match.
The Belarusian tennis sensation faced tough competition throughout the tournament, but she never wavered in her resolve. With Doohan cheering her on, Sabalenka put on a masterclass of power and precision, dominating her opponents with her aggressive playing style.
As Doohan looked on, Sabalenka’s performance only seemed to improve, as she unleashed thunderous serves and blistering groundstrokes to outclass her rivals. Despite facing several match points against her, Sabalenka never gave up, showing incredible mental toughness and resilience to come out on top.
With Doohan’s support and encouragement, Sabalenka proved that she is a force to be reckoned with on the tennis court. Her fighting spirit and never-say-die attitude earned her a well-deserved victory in Brisbane, and fans cannot wait to see what she will achieve next.
In a tournament filled with drama and excitement, Aryna Sabalenka stood out as a true champion, showcasing her drive to survive and emerge victorious. With Jack Doohan by her side, the sky is the limit for this talented tennis star.
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