Australian Open 2025: Sabalenka Advances to Semifinals; Badosa Upsets Gauff

Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa secure semifinal spots at the 2025 Australian Open amid intense quarterfinal matches.

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In the Australian Open quarterfinals, Aryna Sabalenka fought back to defeat Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 2-6, 6-2, 6-3. Sabalenka will face Paula Badosa, who upset No. 3 Coco Gauff with a 7-5, 6-4 victory, marking her first Grand Slam semifinal. Sabalenka's win marked her 19th consecutive match victory at Melbourne Park. Badosa, overcoming a back injury that had her ranked outside the top 100 last year, expressed her emotional journey back to form. The semifinals promise a thrilling encounter between the two friends, while Alexander Zverev also advanced to the men's semifinals after defeating Tommy Paul.

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While recognizing Pavlyuchenkova's impressive performance, it’s hard to shake the feeling that Sabalenka's match was a compelling showcase of resilience under pressure, leaving the audience captivated and eager for more.
Australian Open quarter-finals: Djokovic v Alcaraz, Sabalenka beats Pavlyuchenkova – live
The Guardian
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Despite an intense challenge from Pavlyuchenkova, Sabalenka's resilience shone through as she narrowly advanced towards her goal of a third consecutive Australian Open title.
Aryna Sabalenka reaches the Australian Open semifinals as she seeks a third title in a row
Associated Press
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Paula Badosa's incredible journey back to the top reaches a significant milestone as she not only defeats a top competitor but also embodies resilience and determination, highlighting the emotional weight of her first Grand Slam semifinal appearance.
Gauff stunned by ’emotional’ Badosa in Australian Open quarterfinals
Al Jazeera
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