Sabalenka’s Mental Shifts Ensure a Smooth Path Forward in Roland Garros
Sabalenka’s mental strategies pave a smoother path through Roland Garros and upcoming clay-court events.
Aryna Sabalenka, known for her emotional intensity on court, found herself struggling at this year's French Open despite the challenging conditions. Her coach, Jason Stacy, revealed they plan to focus more on managing Sabalenka’s energy and reducing stress levels as she prepares for upcoming clay-court events. After last year’s intense tournament where she faced numerous matches over the course of a few weeks, Sabalenka learned that it's crucial to accept challenges and manage her schedule effectively to avoid similar breakdowns in future tournaments.
This change in approach aligns with previous lessons learned from past experiences at Roland Garros. Moving forward, Sabalenka aims to remain mentally prepared for the European clay-court season ahead.