When Aryna Sabalenka says she’s locked in, she means it. And if her second-round demolition job at Roland Garros is anything to go by, the rest of the women’s draw should start sweating—fast. With her trademark power game firing on all cylinders, the Belarusian bulldozed her way into the French Open third round, barely breaking a sweat and sending a clear message to anyone hoping for a crack in her clay-court armor: good luck with that.
Sabalenka’s game plan was simple—take the racket out of her opponent’s hands. And she did just that, unleashing thunderous serves, blistering forehands, and that unmistakable roar after every winner. The match felt less like a contest and more like a warning shot aimed squarely at the title contenders. Even the Parisian crowd, usually partial to a good underdog story, couldn’t help but be stunned into silence (and a few gasps) as Sabalenka ran roughshod over yet another challenger.
It’s no secret that clay hasn’t always been Sabalenka’s best friend—her controlled aggression can sometimes get lost in the slower surface. But in 2024 and now 2025, a more measured, matured Sabalenka has emerged. Her footwork is sharper, her point construction smarter, and the confidence? Off the charts.
Now, with momentum building and the draw beginning to thin, Aryna looks more than ready to mount a serious title challenge in Paris. With each match, she’s not just winning—she’s intimidating. If this is steamrolling, the next few rounds could look like a full-blown avalanche.
Brace yourselves. Sabalenka isn’t just playing. She’s making a statement—loud, fearless, and unmistakably dominant.