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Michael Toledo

Is Aryna Sabalenka Retiring? World No. 1 Sparks Shock Exit Fears After French Open Collapse to Diana Shnaider

Current world No. 1 in women's singles Aryna Sabalenka (Credit: AFP News)

Aryna Sabalenka's French Open campaign ended in dramatic and emotional fashion on Wednesday as the world No. 1 suffered a stunning quarter-final defeat to Diana Shnaider in Paris.

After holding a commanding position and appearing on course for victory, Sabalenka unraveled in a 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 loss that has triggered fresh questions over her mental state and sparked talk of a possible break from tennis. The Belarusian star later admitted she 'just want to quit tennis right now,' a remark that quickly fuelled speculation about her future in the sport.

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