Diana Shnaider upsets Aryna Sabalenka at French Open quarterfinals

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Diana Shnaider upsets Aryna Sabalenka at French Open quarterfinals
Summary

Diana Shnaider defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals of the French Open on June 3, overcoming an early deficit to win 3-6, 7-5, 6-0. Sabalenka initially led the match but faltered in the second set after being ahead 4-1. Shnaider capitalized on Sabalenka's mistakes, securing the final set without dropping a game. The defeat marks another early exit for Sabalenka at a Grand Slam event where she was favored, continuing her struggle on clay courts.

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By the Numbers
  • Shnaider rallies from one game away from defeat
  • Wind conditions affected both players' performance
  • Sabalenka was the overwhelming favorite in the match
  • Shnaider will play Maja Chwalińska in the semifinals
  • This is Sabalenka's earliest Grand Slam exit since 2024
Latest Updates
  • 1:46 PMYahoo SportsWind undoes Aryna Sabalenka at French Open again as Diana Shnaider seizes her moment
  • 1:45 PMYahoo SportsFrench Open: Aryna Sabalenka upset by Diana Shnaider in quarterfinals
What they're saying
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PARIS — It’s happened again. For the second straight year, the world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka was unable to handle the Paris wind and suffered more French Open heartbreak. In the 2025 final, it was Coco Gauff who took advantage; on Wednesday it was Russian No. 25 seed Diana Shnaider who kept her composure as Sabalenka imploded again at Roland Garros, going from one game from victory to a 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 defeat. Given how much Sabalenka struggled once more in the windy conditions, it feels like it’s b

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The women's No. 1 is out of the 2026 French Open.

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