Sabalenka Dominates Rakhimova to Advance at Roland Garros

PARIS, France – Aryna Sabalenka showcased her skills on Sunday by defeating Kamilla Rakhimova in the first round of the 2025 French Open. The match, held on Court Philippe-Chatrier, lasted just 60 minutes as Sabalenka cruised to a 6-1, 6-0 victory.

Sabalenka, the world’s top seed, consistently outperformed her opponent with a mix of powerful shots and tactical finesse. She took control early in the match and seemed unfazed by Rakhimova’s attempts to mount a comeback.

After winning the first set comfortably, Sabalenka kept up her relentless pace. She showcased her confidence by mixing up her shots, including a cheeky drop shot that left Rakhimova scrambling.

“I’m super happy to be back in Paris,” Sabalenka said after the match. “I love playing in front of all you guys. I hope I can do really good here.”

Despite her solid performance, Sabalenka faced a couple of break points throughout the match. However, she quickly regained her composure, delivering powerful serves and returning with precision. “This is a tough draw for me,” Rakhimova noted post-match. “Sabalenka is playing at another level.”

With this win, Sabalenka advances to the second round, where she will face either Jil Teichmann or Lucrezia Stefanini. As the tournament progresses, Sabalenka’s strong start may signal her determination to claim the title.

Meanwhile, on the men’s side, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz won his first match against Fabian Marozsan, despite dropping one set. Alcaraz will look to continue his strong form in the upcoming rounds.

As more matches unfold at Roland Garros, fans eagerly await the performances of other top players.