Sabalenka says she wants ‘to quit tennis’ after shock French Open defeat by Shnaider
World No 1 tennis player Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock quarter-final defeat to Diana Shnaider at the 2026 French Open. Following the loss, Sabalenka expressed frustration and a desire to quit the sport during her post-match press conference.
Why it matters
The unexpected exit of the top seed significantly alters the trajectory of the French Open and highlights the intense psychological pressures faced by elite athletes.
'I just want to quit right now': Sabalenka after shock French Open defeat – video French Open 2026 Sabalenka says she wants ‘to quit tennis’ after shock French Open defeat by Shnaider No 1 seed loses 6-3, 5-7, 0-6 in quarter-final meltdown
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