Aryna Sabalenka
Aryna Sabalenka
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Professional Career Breakthroughs and Grand Slam Success

This timeline focuses on the pivotal moments and achievements in Aryna Sabalenka's professional tennis career, showcasing her rise to prominence and Grand Slam victories.
First WTA Final
2017
Sabalenka reached her first WTA final at the Tianjin Open, losing to Maria Sharapova. This marked a significant step in her career and signaled her potential to compete at the top level.
First WTA Title
2018
Sabalenka won her first WTA title at the New Haven Open, defeating Carla Suárez Navarro in the final. She then reached the final of the Wuhan Open, defeating several top players along the way before losing to Wang Qiang in the final. She also reached the Top 20 in the WTA rankings for the first time.
Wuhan Title and Top 10 Debut
2019
Sabalenka won her second consecutive Wuhan Open title, solidifying her place among the elite players. She also debuted in the Top 10 of the WTA rankings.
Grand Slam Semifinals and World No. 2
2021
Sabalenka reached the semifinals of both Wimbledon and the US Open, marking her best Grand Slam results to date. She also achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 2.
Australian Open Champion
January 2023
Sabalenka won her first Grand Slam singles title at the Australian Open, defeating Elena Rybakina in a tight three-set final. This victory was a culmination of years of hard work and marked a major milestone in her career.
Australian Open Champion Again
January 2024
Sabalenka successfully defended her Australian Open title, defeating Zheng Qinwen in the final. This accomplishment demonstrated her consistency and dominance on hard courts, solidifying her position as one of the top players in the world.