Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to the semi-finals of the prestigious 2023 Wimbledon championship after a resounding victory over Madison Keys on Wednesday afternoon. Ranked as the World No.2, Sabalenka showcased her exceptional skills and determination, securing a 6-2, 6-4 win. This achievement marks her second appearance in the semi-finals at Wimbledon, earning her a highly coveted place on Centre Court for the upcoming match.
Sabalenka set the tone early in the contest, dominating the first set with ease. Building a commanding lead of 5-1, she encountered a minor setback as Keys managed to hold her serve. Nevertheless, Sabalenka capitalized on her opportunity to close out the set at 6-2, delivering a series of powerful serves that left Keys struggling to keep up. Despite facing a couple of deuce situations, Sabalenka showcased her prowess by unleashing an ace when it mattered the most, ultimately clinching the set.
In the second set, Keys temporarily gained an advantage, breaking Sabalenka’s serve and surging ahead 4-2. However, Sabalenka swiftly turned the tide by breaking back and holding her own serve, evening the score at 4-4. With a pivotal break, she secured a critical lead, effectively sealing her triumph. Sabalenka concluded the match with relative ease, confidently serving out the remainder of the set. Notably, Keys missed a significant opportunity to mount a comeback when she held a 40-0 advantage on her serve at 4-2. Nonetheless, it was Sabalenka who emerged victorious, securing her spot in the semi-finals at SW19.