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Aryna Sabalenka shows ruthless intent with emphatic first-round victory

No 1 seed thrashes Russian Kamilla Rakhimova 6-1, 6-0Sabalenka aims to make amends for past troubles in ParisConsidering her comprehensive success on all surfaces and against all foes in recent years, Aryna Sabalenka’s solitary semi-final at Roland Garros does not reflect fully her potential at the tournament.This year, however, she has put herself in the perfect position to make even greater progress in Paris. Sabalenka, the No 1 seed, took her first step towards a potential title run by eviscerating Kamilla Rakhimova 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the French Open. Continue reading...

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