MusaWorld No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka is set to face China’s Qinwen Zheng in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Italian Open, continuing a rivalry that has been one-sided thus far. Sabalenka leads their head-to-head 6–0, having won 12 of their 13 sets, including a recent straight-sets victory at the Miami Open.
Sabalenka enters the match on a nine-match clay-court winning streak, having dropped just one set in her last seven matches. Her powerful baseline game and aggressive style have been particularly effective on the slower surface.
Zheng, on the other hand, has shown impressive form in Rome, winning all three of her matches in straight sets, including a notable victory over Bianca Andreescu. Despite her strong performance, Zheng has yet to overcome Sabalenka in their previous encounters.
Given their history and current form, Sabalenka is favored to win this quarterfinal clash. However, Zheng’s recent performances suggest she could pose a significant challenge. The match promises to be a compelling contest between two top-tier players vying for a spot in the semifinals.
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Olaniyi Ayoola