World number one Aryna Sabalenka maintained her Grand Slam momentum by clinching a spot in the semifinals, striving for her third consecutive title match. The two-time champion, who triumphed in 2023 and 2024, and was the runner-up last year, is now prepared to face either Coco Gauff or Elina Svitolina this Saturday.
Coming out strong in the quarter-final, Sabalenka quickly established a 3-0 lead in the opening set, immediately putting her teenage opponent Jovic under pressure. Despite the early challenges, Jovic displayed remarkable composure for her age, managing to hold serve in the fourth game and gradually finding her rhythm.
As a first-time Grand Slam quarter-finalist, the young player leveraged her speed and exceptional court coverage to test the seasoned Sabalenka. She succeeded in drawing out longer rallies, creating moments of tension, yet the world number one exhibited patience and concluded the first set in just under an hour.
In the second set, Sabalenka elevated her game, breaking serve in the first game with a stunning cross-court winner and maintaining her lead. With her power and precision, the 27-year-old dominated the exchanges from the baseline and confidently wrapped up the match.
This victory further highlights why Sabalenka is the player to beat as she approaches another Grand Slam final, inching closer to a potentially historic title run.
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