Aryna Sabalenka Triumphs Over Laura Siegemund to Secure Wimbledon Semi-Final

In a gripping encounter at the All England Club, world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka demonstrated her resilience by overcoming unseeded German player Laura Siegemund with a score of 4-6, 6-2, 6-4, securing her place in the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2025. The match, which lasted two hours and 54 minutes, showcased Sabalenka's ability to adapt under pressure after dropping the first set, marking her third semi-final appearance at this prestigious tournament.

The quarter-final clash took place on Centre Court, where Sabalenka struggled initially against Siegemund's tactical play. The 37-year-old German, who had previously eliminated the sixth-seeded Madison Keys and 29th-ranked Leylah Fernandez, capitalized on Sabalenka's early errors, breaking her serve in the opening two games to take the first set 6-4. According to Siegemund, her strategy involved using precision drop shots to disrupt Sabalenka's rhythm, a tactic that proved effective during the early stages of the match.

Sabalenka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, acknowledged the challenge posed by Siegemund, stating, "It was a real task. Honestly, I have no idea how I was able to hold myself and to be emotionally so prepared and focused." Her performance in the second set saw a shift in momentum as she broke Siegemund's serve multiple times, ultimately winning the set decisively at 6-2.

The final set continued to oscillate, with Siegemund breaking back early to lead 2-1. However, Sabalenka's determination shone through as she regained control, breaking Siegemund's serve again and closing out the match with a final break to secure victory.

Following her win, Sabalenka expressed relief and pride in her performance, admitting to moments of doubt after losing the first set. "After the first set, I was looking at my box and saying 'book the tickets, we're out of this place,'" she recounted. As she prepares for her semi-final match against 13th-seeded Amanda Anisimova, who defeated Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-1, 7-6, Sabalenka aims to advance further than her previous attempts at Wimbledon, where she has yet to reach a final.

This victory not only underscores Sabalenka's status as the top-ranked player but also highlights the unpredictable nature of the tournament, where unseeded players like Siegemund can pose significant challenges. As the tournament progresses towards its conclusion, all eyes will be on Sabalenka as she seeks to capture her first Wimbledon title.