The Guardian·3 min read·medium
Osaka’s inspired win leaves Sabalenka wanting ‘to get drunk and forget’ Wimbledon
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Sean Ingle
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Naomi Osaka defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a straight-sets victory at Wimbledon, advancing to the quarter-finals. Sabalenka expressed frustration with her performance, while Osaka celebrated her successful adaptation to grass-court tennis.
Naomi Osaka of Japan celebrates winning match point against Aryna Sabalenka on Centre Court. Naomi Osaka of Japan celebrates winning match point against Aryna Sabalenka on Centre Court. Wimbledon 2026 Osaka’s inspired win leaves Sabalenka wanting ‘to get drunk and forget’ Wimbledon Japanese No 14 seed wins 6-2, 7-6 to make quarter-finals
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