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Aryna Sabalenka has two word response to Hailey Baptiste loss
TL;DR
Hailey Baptiste defeated World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set match at the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open quarterfinals. Sabalenka acknowledged the loss with a composed response, saying, 'Well done.'
Key points
- Hailey Baptiste defeated Aryna Sabalenka
- Match took place at the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open
- Baptiste saved six match points
- This was Sabalenka's second loss of the season
- Sabalenka responded with 'Well done'
Aryna SabalenkaHailey BaptisteMutua Madrid Open
Hailey Baptiste handed World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka her second loss of the 2026 tennis season in a three set thriller at the Mutua Madrid Open quarterfinals.
Baptiste saved six match points en route to her first win over Sabalenka.
After the match, Sabalenka shared her thoughts. She showed great composure in what must have been a frustrating loss.
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Sabalenka said: âWell doneâ
Her two word response was a simple âwell doneâ to Baptiste.
She went on to say the difference between their match at the Miami Open last month and the Madrid Open match was that she held her serve in Miami and did not give Baptiste chances.
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Whatâs next for Sabalenka
Sabalenka did not play poorly. Her unforced errors were more of a factor of how well Baptiste played. Baptiste mixed up her shots well and kept the World No. 1 on guard.
It is safe to say that she is already in great clay court form as she heads to Rome next week and to Roland Garros next month.
Sabalenka is known for her stellar hardcourt play especially in the Grand Slams, but she was the 2025 French Open finalist so her clay court game is excellent also.
Q&A
What was the score of the match between Aryna Sabalenka and Hailey Baptiste?
The specific score of the match was not provided, but it was described as a three-set thriller.
How did Hailey Baptiste manage to win against Aryna Sabalenka?
Hailey Baptiste saved six match points during the match, leading to her victory over Sabalenka.
What did Aryna Sabalenka say after losing to Hailey Baptiste?
After the match, Aryna Sabalenka simply said, 'Well done,' showing her composure despite the loss.
