Aryna Sabalenka collapses in quarterfinal upset at French Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:54 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1, suffered a surprising exit in the quarterfinals of the 2026 French Open in Paris. After leading 6-3, 4-1 against Diana Shnaider, she lost the match 3-6, 7-5, 6-0, marking a dramatic turnaround. Following the match, Sabalenka expressed deep frustration, saying she fell into a 'deep, dark hole' and considered quitting tennis. Kim Clijsters reflected on the match, attributing Sabalenka's downfall to self-sabotage and her perfectionist mindset. Looking ahead, Sabalenka will need to regroup before Wimbledon begins on June 29 in London.
- •Sabalenka led 6-3, 4-1 before losing 12 of the final 13 games.
- •Clijsters critiqued Sabalenka's obsession with perfection as detrimental.
- •Sabalenka's post-match comments reflected her frustration and mental struggles.
- •She previously won at WTA events in Indian Wells, Miami, and Brisbane this season.
- •Next, Sabalenka will compete at Wimbledon beginning June 29.
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"Aryna Sabalenka’s quarterfinal exit at the 2026 French Open was a shocker to many. After cruising to a 6-3, 4-1 lead over 22-year-old No.
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