Andy Roddick explains what Aryna Sabalenka is doing better than any other male or female player right now
Andy Roddick has pinpointed Aryna Sabalenka’s exceptional consistency across all surfaces as the standout attribute setting her apart from every other male or female tennis player in 2025. Speaking on his *Served with Andy Roddick* podcast in February 2024, Roddick declared Sabalenka “the most consistent, bankable player on Earth right now,” emphasizing her ability to reach at least the semifinals in six consecutive Grand Slams, a feat unmatched by her peers. “She’s top four on every surface, and you can’t say that about anyone else,” he said, noting her reliability in delivering deep runs regardless of the tournament or conditions.
Sabalenka’s 2024 season underscored this consistency, with titles at the Australian Open and US Open, plus a Madrid Open final appearance in 2025, where she defeated Coco Gauff 6-3, 7-6(3). Her 38-8 record, including a 10-1 clay mark this year, showcases her adaptability. Roddick praised her tactical evolution, particularly her use of drop shots and high balls to disrupt opponents, as seen in her Australian Open final loss to Madison Keys in 2025, where she adjusted strategically despite falling 6-3, 2-6, 6-4. “She’s mixing up paces now, something she didn’t do five years ago,” he noted, crediting her work ethic and mental fortitude for overcoming past serving yips and emotional volatility.
Compared to male players like Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz, and female rivals like Iga Swiatek or Gauff, Sabalenka’s edge lies in her near-guaranteed presence in the latter stages of tournaments. Swiatek, while dominant on clay, has had early exits, and Sinner’s consistency is strong but lacks Sabalenka’s cross-surface versatility. Roddick’s analysis aligns with her current world No. 1 ranking and her lead in the 2025 WTA race, outpacing Sinner by over 1,000 points. Her ability to blend power with newfound finesse, as seen in her 6-2, 6-2 Rome win over Anastasia Potapova, makes her a unique force.
Fans on social media echoed Roddick, with posts calling her “always there” in big moments. Sabalenka’s consistency, paired with her engaging personality—she apologized humorously for “ruining” Roddick’s Wimbledon pick due to her 2024 withdrawal—solidifies her as the sport’s most dependable star.
