Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka Update in Riyadh Tennis Tournament

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — In an exciting day of tennis action, Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka showcased their talents in the group stage matches at the King Saud University Indoor Arena on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1, faced off against American Jessica Pegula. The match started fiercely, with Sabalenka taking the first set 6-4. She displayed powerful strikes, including an impressive ace that helped her maintain a lead. Pegula struggled with her service game, missing several first serves, while Sabalenka capitalized on the opportunities presented.

Despite Pegula’s strong return game, which saw her performing at an 89% first serve rate, she couldn’t break through Sabalenka’s defense. The world No. 1 held on, winning crucial points amidst fierce rallies. Sabalenka commented later, “I felt strong out there, and I knew when to take my chances.”

Meanwhile, Coco Gauff took to the court against Jasmine Paolini. This match was crucial for both players as they had lost their opening matches in the tournament. Gauff, the defending champion, managed to secure a victory over Paolini in straight sets, winning 6-3, 6-2. Gauff expressed satisfaction with her performance, stating, “I’m really happy with how I played today. It’s important to bounce back.”

Throughout the match, Gauff dominated with her serves, converting several points and minimizing double faults, a notable improvement from her previous outings. Paolini, who struggled with her game, ultimately bowed out of the tournament after this defeat.

Both Gauff and Sabalenka will advance to the next stage of the tournament, and anticipation builds as they prepare for their upcoming matches. The tennis world watches closely as two of its brightest stars shine in Riyadh.