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US Open: Sabalenka begins title defence with straight-sets win over Osorio Image Source: IANS
US Open: Sabalenka Begins Title Defence With Straight-sets Win Over Osorio
The World No: Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overcame an inconsistent start and some tense moments to launch her US Open title defence with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Colombia's Camila Osorio in the opening round at Flushing Meadows.
The World No. 1 needed one hour and 27 minutes to extend her impressive record in New York, registering her 14th consecutive victory at the US Open and her 24th straight first-round win at a Grand Slam.
Sabalenka entered the tournament under considerable pressure following a difficult stretch on the WTA Tour. The Belarusian has not reached a final since completing the Sunshine Double in March, while a series of losses from winning positions had raised questions over her recent form.
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