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Sabalenka powers past Zarazua in dominant China Open opener
World number two Aryna Sabalenka made a commanding start to her China Open campaign, dispatching Mexico's Renata Zarazua in straight sets on Tuesday. The Belarusian's aggressive serving proved too much for her opponent to handle.
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Sabalenka swept to a 6-1, 6-3 victory over Zarazua in Beijing, showcasing the powerful tennis that has made her one of the sport's most formidable competitors this season. The world number two's serve was particularly devastating, with 11 aces helping her dictate points throughout the opening round clash.
The Belarusian's dominant performance reflects her strong form heading into the Chinese capital. Her ability to generate pace and win free points on serve proved decisive against Zarazua, who struggled to find rhythm against Sabalenka's aggressive baseline play.
With the opening round completed, Sabalenka advances to the next stage of the prestigious tournament as she pursues another major title. Her clinical display suggests she will pose a significant threat to her rivals in the coming rounds.