WTA Finals: Sabalenka vs Paolini Live

The match between Aryna Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini is currently tied at 0-0 (5-2). Sabalenka, serving with new balls, manages to hold serve.

Start of Set

Paolini is serving and has to fight to stay in the set. After a first break opportunity for Paolini, she manages to win the first game of this set. The Italian player then holds serve, showing determination. Sabalenka however extends the score, confirming herself as winner in the third game without conceding any points. Unfortunately, Paolini loses her serve again after a very hard-fought game.

Game Development

Sabalenka opens the challenge by holding the service game. The Italian resists the break twice but finally gives up her serve to the Belarusian. Paolini’s tenacity is evident, but Sabalenka is showing great concentration and strength.

Other Match Results

In the other match of the group, Viola Zheng defeated Rybakina in three sets. In the first round, Sabalenka (no. 1) got the better of the Olympic champion Zheng with a score of 6-3 6-4, while the Tuscan Paolini (no. 4) prevailed over Elena Rybakina with a result of 7-6 6-4. The WTA Finals are an important platform for female tennis players, where every match can significantly influence their careers. The competition is fierce and the players' performances can always reserve surprises.