Aryna Sabalenka Eliminated from China Open in Third Round
Second-ranked Aryna Sabalenka was eliminated in the third round of the China Open in Beijing by Nikola Bartunkova of the Czech Republic in straight sets.
Lubbock, TX, October 4, 2026 — Second-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has been eliminated from the China Open in Beijing. The Belarusian player was defeated in the third round by Nikola Bartunkova of the Czech Republic.
The match concluded with Bartunkova winning in straight sets. The specific score of the sets was not provided in the available information.
Sabalenka, holding the second position in the world rankings, faced Bartunkova in the tournament held in Beijing. The outcome marks an early exit for the high-ranked competitor.
Further details regarding the match, such as the date it took place or the specific scoreline, were not immediately available. The ranking of Nikola Bartunkova was also not provided.
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