Arabic version: نعومي أوساكا تهزم أريانا سابالينكا لتصل إلى ربع نهائي ويمبلدون
Naomi Osaka delivered a stunning performance to defeat world number one Aryna Sabalenka, advancing to the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the first time. The match concluded with Osaka winning 6-2, 7-6 (7-2) on Centre Court, marking a significant achievement for the Japanese player.
According to BBC News, this defeat represents Sabalenka’s earliest exit at a Grand Slam since the 2022 French Open. It is also the first time she has lost in straight sets in 122 matches.
Osaka’s victory was characterized by her powerful serving and strategic play, as she outmatched Sabalenka throughout the match. Overcome with emotion, Osaka held her racquet to her head in disbelief after securing her win on the second match point.
This triumph marks Osaka’s first appearance in the last eight at Wimbledon, following her recent success at the French Open, where she also reached the second week for the first time. Osaka will next face Czech 10th seed Karolina Muchova for a place in the semi-finals.
