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Jimmy Connors tells Aryna Sabalenka the change she must make after her shocking early exit at the China Open

Following an unexpected early exit at the China Open last weekend, tennis icon Jimmy Connors shared pointed remarks on his podcast regarding Aryna Sabalenka's uneven 2026 campaign. Connors noted that external distractions and wayward shots have hindered the former world number one during major tournaments this year, urging her to refocus.

Looking ahead, Sabalenka aims to rebound at the upcoming Wuhan Open, though she faces a demanding path that could include matches against Elise Mertens, Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, Marta Kostyuk, and potentially Jessica Pegula.

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