Insolite: Beaten, Sabalenka keeps smiling: "I'd like to thank my team for helping me lose".

le 18/05/2024 à 20h39

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As in Madrid two weeks ago, Aryna Sabalenka was defeated in the Rome final. Beaten for the second time in two tournaments by Iga Swiatek, the Belarusian didn't lose her sense of humor. Although she was far more dominated than in Spain, where she had several match points, the world number 2 tried to put things into perspective.

At the trophy ceremony, for example, she teased her staff. Known to have an excellent relationship with her entire team, Sabalenka said to a hilarious audience: "Of course, last but not least, I'd like to thank my team for helping me lose another final (laughs). It's your fault, guys! ... I'm joking, of course."

Without seeking scandal, one wonders if behind the humorous remark, he's not hiding a hint of reproach?

Dernière modification le 18/05/2024 à 20h44

Sabalenka Aryna

1e, 10870 points

Swiatek Iga

2e, 8395 points

Swiatek I • 1

Sabalenka A • 2

There is money and legacy on the line, but I guess it's a positive thing she can keep things in perspective. In the end, it's just a game.

Insolite: Beaten, Sabalenka keeps smiling: "I'd like to thank my team for helping me lose".

Elio Valotto - 18/05/2024 20:39

Soundly beaten by Swiatek, Sabalenka makes no excuses: "My game just didn't feel right".

Elio Valotto - 19/05/2024 12:53

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