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Serena Williams’ coach pinpoints exactly what is going wrong for Aryna Sabalenka right now

Aryna Sabalenka’s early struggles at the 2026 China Open have intensified scrutiny over her form, as her campaign has unraveled with two straight early exits. The Belarusian star suffered a stunning 6-4, 6-3 defeat to unseeded Nikola Bartunkova in the Round of 32, marking her second straight loss in Beijing after failing to capitalize on Elena Rybakina’s unexpected exit.

Sabalenka’s performance has drawn sharp criticism, with reports suggesting her coach, Serena Williams, has identified key areas of concern in her game. Meanwhile, the tournament has seen other top seeds advance, including Iga Świątek and Alex de Minaur, while Rybakina’s own early departure has added to the volatility of the draw.

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