Sabalenka and Alcaraz Advance to Melbourne’s Last 16
Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz have both advanced to the last 16 at the Australian Open, showcasing their skills in the tournament. This marks a significant achievement for both world number ones as they navigate through the challenging matchups.
Aryna Sabalenka’s Tough Battle
Sabelenka, the previous year’s finalist, faced off against Anastasia Potapowa in the third round. The match was intense, concluding with scores of 7:6 (7:4), 7:6 (9:7) after 2 hours and 2 minutes. It was a hard-fought battle that tested Sabalenka’s resilience.
- Opponent: Anastasia Potapowa
- Match Duration: 2 hours, 2 minutes
- Set Scores: 7:6 (7:4), 7:6 (9:7)
Despite facing adversity, including saving multiple set points, Sabalenka remained determined. “Potapowa played incredibly well. But I managed to fight back each time,” Sabalenka commented after the match.
Carlos Alcaraz’s Commanding Performance
In contrast, Carlos Alcaraz exhibited dominance over French player Corentin Moutet. Winning the match in straight sets with scores of 6:2, 6:4, 6:1, Alcaraz faced only a minor hiccup in the second set when his focus waned briefly.
- Opponent: Corentin Moutet
- Match Scores: 6:2, 6:4, 6:1
This victory marked Alcaraz’s 87th grand slam win in 100 matches, matching the record set by Björn Borg in his first 100 Grand Slam singles. Alcaraz is still seeking his first title at the Australian Open.
Next Matches
Sabalenka is set to meet 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko next. Meanwhile, Alcaraz will face American Tommy Paul. Both players are eager to continue their pursuit of the championship.
