Sabalenka reaches US Open third round after tense exchange with reporter
Aryna Sabalenka advanced at Flushing Meadows and then bristled when asked about her pre-tournament social life.
Aryna Sabalenka moved into the US Open third round in New York on Wednesday after a straight-sets win, then clashed with a reporter during her post-match news conference. The world number one and two-time defending champion was asked about comments on her partying before the tournament.
Sabalenka reacted sharply to the question, saying it was out of place after her victory. The exchange came after she had already secured her place in the next round.
The Belarusian has won the title in New York for the past two years and remains one of the leading contenders in the women’s draw. Her latest match continued that run as she kept her defence on track.
The US Open is being played at Flushing Meadows in New York, where the women’s singles field is into the early rounds of the final major of the season.
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