Aryna Sabalenka’s victory in the US Open final was the culmination of a two-week campaign of utter dominance. Her 6-3, 7-6 (3) win over Amanda Anisimova was the final step on a road to glory that saw her systematically dismantle every opponent in her path.
As the defending champion and World No. 1, Sabalenka entered the tournament with immense pressure, but she played with a freedom and confidence that belied any nerves. She stormed through the early rounds, rarely dropping more than a few games per match and showcasing her overwhelming power from the outset.
Her toughest challenges came in the later rounds, but she met each one with a new level of focus and tactical intelligence. She adapted her game to each opponent, proving that she could win not just with brute force, but with strategic thinking as well.
The final against the red-hot Anisimova was the ultimate test, and Sabalenka passed it with flying colors, displaying the full range of her championship qualities. Her entire tournament run was a statement of her supremacy, a fortnight of flawless tennis that deservedly ended with her hoisting the trophy.
