Sabalenka: "I am going to forget this title and focus on the US Open"

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Aryna Sabalenka has had a magnificent week at the Cincinnati WTA, winning her sixth WTA 1000 title of her career. Additionally, the Belarusian achieved this feat at the perfect timing, just before the upcoming US Open, which will boost her self-confidence while positioning her as the top contender to watch out for in New York. Following her victory over Jessica Pegula, the new world number 2 shared her thoughts on the week and talked about how she will focus on moving past this triumph to prepare for the final Grand Slam of the season.

- Exceptional performance throughout the week without dropping a single set

"I couldn't ask for anything better. It has truly been a great day at the office. I received tremendous support from the crowd, and there was a fantastic atmosphere. I am very pleased with the level I displayed in the final and being able to secure this title. It's very significant heading into the US Open," said Aryna Sabalenka in an interview with Tennis Channel.

- Same level of play as against Iga Swiatek in the semis?

"Undoubtedly, the semifinal match was incredible and something I have worked very hard for. I also believe that in the final, I played an incredible tennis, but it's challenging to compare these two matches because they were against two different players. This surface seemed perfect for Jessica; she really pushed me in this match. I was under pressure the whole time, but I am very happy that I was able to handle that pressure and finish this match in straight sets."

- Growing comfort in each match

"I'd say the first match was quite a challenge. I was trying to adapt to the surface, and as I progressed, something just clicked, and I started feeling really good on this surface. I figured out how to play, found my rhythm again, and was enjoying every match. I wasn't rushing and was savoring every point. I just wanted to be there, soak in the atmosphere and relish the game. In summary, enjoy my tennis."

- How did you manage to break Pegula again and claim the title when she had closed the gap in the second set?

"That's something I have been working very hard on throughout my career. She broke my serve, played incredible tennis to do so, and I was like, 'okay, let's start over.' Somehow, I managed to break her serve, and I felt very confident when serving to win back. I felt like I was going to close this match out in that game."

- How will you approach next week leading up to the US Open?

"It will be another week of training. We'll work on several things. We'll put this title behind us in a positive way and focus on New York. We'll ensure we do everything we can, be as prepared as possible, and bring my best tennis to every match I play there."

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