"She Has Everything She Needs to Return to the Top 10," Sabalenka Praises Raducanu After Their Wimbledon Clash

Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to the fourth round of Wimbledon. The world No. 1 had to work hard to defeat Emma Raducanu (7-6, 6-4) and will now face Elise Mertens for a spot in the quarterfinals.

After her victory against the British player (who led 4-1 in the second set following a grueling 1-hour, 15-minute first set), Sabalenka spoke about her opponent and believes she has what it takes to climb back up the rankings quickly. For context, the 2021 US Open champion is currently ranked No. 40 in the WTA.

"I can't predict anything, but I’m sure she has everything she needs to return to the top 10. Maybe not in a month, but in the near future, within a few months.

She has the game to be among the top ten, and I’m convinced she’ll return to the top. She’s playing much better than she was a while ago, more consistent in rallies.

Emma (Raducanu) has also regained a great level mentally. I think that’s the most important thing, and that’s how she’ll climb back up the rankings," Sabalenka concluded in her interview with *Punto De Break*.