Key Highlights:
Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the final of the 2025 Mutua Madrid Open on May 3 after defeating Elina Svitolina 6-3, 7-5 in a commanding semifinal performance. This victory secures Sabalenka her fourth career appearance in the Madrid Open final, reinforcing her dominance on clay ahead of the Roland Garros campaign.
Dominant Display in Semifinal
Sabalenka controlled the match from the outset, breaking Svitolina early and holding serve with ease. Her powerful groundstrokes and consistent first-serve accuracy gave the Ukrainian few opportunities to gain momentum. The second set was more closely contested, but Sabalenka’s aggression at key moments helped her close out the match without requiring a third set.
This win marks her third straight-set victory in the tournament, underlining her form as one of the top contenders in the 2025 WTA season.
Clash of Aryna Sabalenka with Coco Gauff Set for Final
Sabalenka will now face Coco Gauff in the Madrid Open final scheduled for 18:30 CEST on Sunday. Gauff reached the final with a stunning upset over world number one Iga Swiatek, defeating her 6-1, 6-1 in one of the most dominant performances of the season.
The matchup between Gauff and Sabalenka promises to be an electrifying finale. Their head-to-head currently stands narrowly in Gauff’s favor, but Sabalenka’s recent record in Madrid gives her a strong edge.
Sabalenka’s Madrid Legacy
Sabalenka previously won the Madrid Open in 2021 and 2023, making this her third final in five years. A win would bring her third Madrid title and provide major momentum ahead of the French Open later this month.
Her current WTA rank is No. 2, and another title in Madrid could narrow the gap between her and Swiatek depending on post-tournament rankings.
What Lies Ahead
With Aryna Sabalenka now in her fourth Madrid Open final, she is poised to make 2025 another standout year in her career. Her consistency on clay and recent success in high-pressure matches suggest she’s more than ready to reclaim the title and make a statement before the Grand Slam swing continues.
The final against Coco Gauff will be broadcast live on WTA networks and streaming partners worldwide.
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