Russian tennis pro with a top-12 peak and recent form in big events
The Wimbledon scene is lively as players face early-round challenges and notable developments unfold across courts, including Serena Williams' media absence discourse and rising hopes from young talents.
Sara Bejlek has upset world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 7-6(7/9), 6-4 in Toronto, delivering a major upset ahead of the US Open. The Czech qualifier rode a late comeback in the first set tiebreak and seized momentum to reach the quarterfinals, where she will face Madison Keys. Rybakina and Swiatek also advance, keeping the Cincinnati and Toronto results shaping the build-up to the Open.