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Aryna Sabalenka fired back at a journalist who questioned her pre-tournament social activities during a US Open press conference, insisting her commitment to training should not be doubted.
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Aryna Sabalenka was in no mood for off-court drama at the US Open - but she got it anyway. Following a commanding second-round victory at Flushing Meadows, the defending champion was confronted with a question about her social activities ahead of the tournament.
She did not hold back. Sabalenka challenged the relevance of the line of questioning, making clear that sharing moments on social media should not be mistaken for a lack of professionalism or preparation.
Former British No. 1 Johanna Konta weighed in with her support, pointing out that top athletes carry obligations to sponsors that inevitably place them in social settings. Konta stressed that Sabalenka is a thoroughly committed professional whose training has never been in doubt.
It is a reminder of the scrutiny elite players face - where every Instagram post becomes fair game for speculation about dedication.
If there were any lingering doubts about Sabalenka's focus, her performance settled them swiftly. She dismantled Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 in under an hour - a ruthless display that underlined exactly where her priorities lie. Kamilla Rakhimova awaits in the next round.
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