Upset at French Open: Aryna Sabalenka Exits in Quarter-Finals

In a stunning upset at the 2026 French Open, Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s top-ranked player, was eliminated in the quarter-finals by 25th seed Diana Shnaider. After winning the first set and leading in the second, Sabalenka faltered, losing the match in a dramatic three-set showdown. This unexpected turn of events continues the trend of surprises in this year's tournament. Read on for more details about this thrilling match.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 3, 2026, 20:00 IST

Aryna Sabalenka's Shocking Exit

In a surprising turn of events at the 2026 French Open, Aryna Sabalenka, the top-ranked player, faced elimination in the quarter-finals. On June 3, during a thrilling match at Court Philippe Chatrier, she was defeated by 25th seed Diana Shnaider. The match was a gripping three-set battle that lasted two hours and 12 minutes.

Initially, Sabalenka appeared to be on her way to victory, taking the first set 6-3 and holding a 5-3 lead in the second. However, she faltered while serving for the set, reminiscent of the earlier upset involving men's world number Jannik Sinner. Following her loss in the second set, Sabalenka struggled, dropping 10 consecutive games, ultimately losing the second set 7-5 and being blanked 6-0 in the final set.

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