Insolite - Sabalenka: "I've heard a lot of 'Forza'".

Even before her third and final group match, Aryna Sabalenka is already assured of a place in the semi-finals of this year's Masters, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Having already beaten Zheng on Saturday (6-3, 6-4), the Belarusian followed up her win over Jasmine Paolini (6-3, 7-5) perfectly on Monday.

All smiles after her second victory in the event, Sabalenka reflected on the atmosphere in the stands.

While her interviewer praised the public's support for her, the world number one qualified the statement: "Is the public really for me? I've heard a lot of 'Forza' (laughs)."