BBC Sport · Sep 4, 2025
Sabalenka has machine-like consistency - but she's no 'robot'
Image caption, Aryna Sabalenka continues her US Open title defence against Jessica Pegula - a repeat of last year's finalUS Open 2025 women's semi-finals
Venue: Flushing Meadows, New York Date: 5 September (00:00 BST)
Coverage: Live radio commentary on 5 Live Sports Extra and BBC Sounds, plus live text commentary on the BBC Sport website & app
Aryna Sabalenka has produced a consistency at the Grand Slam tournaments which is unrivalled in the women's game.
With a powerful style translating across court surfaces, the world number one has made 12 semi-final appearances in her past 13 major tournaments - with the latest coming when she faces Jessica Pegula at the US Open on Thursday.