Dealing with the pressure of being one of the best tennis players in the world is not easy, but it could be said that Aryna Sabalenka the worst is over. The Belarusian suffered more than anticipated to materialize her stunning tennis into a Grand Slam title, and now that she owns it, the sky seems to be her only limit. Despite this, and proof of the mental demands of this sport, the Belarusian acknowledges that it takes a toll on her to think about the possibility of being number 1 in the world, something that she could achieve in this Roland Garros 2023, in which he has high expectations. His tennis is only improving and he seems ready to shine on clay as well. It is worth attending to her reflections because they are typical of a woman aware of her limits, but with enormous confidence in her possibilities.
Evolution on clay and sensations for Roland Garros 2023
“The preparation is going very well, I am very happy with my level of play and excited about what I can do in the tournament. I would say that I have never been as good a player on clay as I am right now and I think the defeat in Rome has come to me Well, it’s been a great lesson for me. I was exhausted after the title in Madrid, but now I feel comfortable again and full of energy. I like the tracks here much better than the ones in Rome and I arrive mentally fresh because I took a few days to rest , work with the physio and disconnect a bit from tennis, visiting both Rome and Paris,” said the Belarusian tennis player. “I’m physically stronger, I move better on clay and I think I can get a good result here.”
What does it mean to be part of a Big 3 in gestation?
Much is said about how the consistency of Sabalenka, Rybakina and Swiatek can take women’s tennis to a higher status, with a recognizable Big 3 and more media attention. “It’s fantastic for tennis that there are players capable of being competitive in all the tournaments they play, I think that between the three of us, we are forcing ourselves to be better and reach a higher level. Witnessing finals between tennis players who inspire each other is fantastic and Very interesting close rivals can be created for the general public. When I play against Iga or Elena I feel extra motivation,” he warned.
Permanent mental challenge in tennis and options to be number 1
“When I came out champion in Australia I thought that from there everything would be easier, but it’s not like that. I still have the demand to show my best tennis in all the important events and I don’t think that having won in Melbourne contributes anything to do it too here, in Paris. I know that now all the girls are going to come out even more motivated against me, that they all want to beat me. It is true that perhaps it has helped me to believe more in myself because I think I can get more Grand Slam titles.” Said Sabalenka before referring to the possibility of being number 1 in the world at the end of the tournament.
“I try not to think about it because when I do, I play worse. I have to focus on what I can control, keep improving my tennis and know that whatever happens in the rankings, it will just be a consequence of my work. Honestly, I look prepared to be the best tennis player in the world, but I wish I didn’t talk about it anymore,” Aryna said.
Relationship with Ukrainian tennis players
“I wish it could be up to me to make the war stop. I understand why Ukrainian tennis players don’t want to shake my hand, I know they face telling you about their compatriots if they do. My opinion is that politics should not be so present in sport , but I understand their position and I don’t have a problem. If it’s best for them not to shake my hand, I accept it. If there are people who hate me for being Belarusian, I can’t do anything to change that and I want to not waste energy on it”, asserted Aryna Sabalenkagreat candidate for the title in this Roland Garros 2023.
2023-05-26 12:46:29
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