SPORTS REPORT
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus battled past a spirited Amanda Anisimova of the United States 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to secure her spot in the WTA Finals 2025 title clash in Riyadh. In a match packed with intensity and precision, Sabalenka’s trademark power and mental toughness saw her through as she saved crucial break points and dominated the final set.
Anisimova, displaying fearless shot-making, snatched the second set and pushed the top seed to the edge, but Sabalenka’s experience ultimately prevailed. “It was an incredible fight,” the Belarusian said with relief and pride. The victory now sets up a thrilling final against Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan, promising one last electrifying duel to close the season.
