Football

Sabalenka shocked in Toronto round of 16

Aryna Sabalenka, considered a top favorite, has been eliminated from the Masters tournament in Toronto.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Aryna Sabalenka has suffered an unexpected defeat at the Masters tournament in Toronto. The player, who was seen as a top favorite, was eliminated in the round of 16, failing to meet her expectations.

The exact identity of her opponent and the course of the match are currently unknown. The defeat is surprising, as Sabalenka was previously regarded as one of the strong contenders for the title.

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