Aryna Sabalenka celebrates victory over Naomi Osaka at French Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the quarterfinals of the French Open on June 1, defeating Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3. Following the match, Sabalenka celebrated by performing a moonwalk on the court, encouraged by broadcaster Fabrice Santoro. Osaka expressed her disappointment but emphasized her determination to improve in future encounters, as this marked her third consecutive loss to Sabalenka in 2026. Both players are four-time Grand Slam champions, and their match took place at Roland Garros.
- •Aryna Sabalenka defeated Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 at Roland Garros.
- •Fabrice Santoro encouraged Sabalenka to dance after the match.
- •Osaka noted her disappointment but aims to improve against Sabalenka.
- •Both players are four-time Grand Slam champions.
- •Sabalenka advances to the quarterfinals of the French Open.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Aryna Sabalenka Moonwalks After French Open Victory Over Naomi Osaka
"“Moonwalking on Chartrier feels very appropriate for my first @rolandgarros night match," the tennis pro said after her win
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