Aryna Sabalenka issues bold claim about the crowd favoring her instead of Madison Keys after brutally crushing the American at Indian Wells

Aryna Sabalenka Makes Bold Statement About Crowd Support After Crushing Madison Keys at Indian Wells

Aryna Sabalenka delivered a dominant performance against Madison Keys, securing a commanding victory at the Indian Wells semifinals. However, beyond her impressive display on the court, the World No. 1 made a striking observation about the crowd’s support—or lack thereof—for her American opponent.

Despite Keys playing on home soil, Sabalenka claimed that the majority of the crowd was cheering for her instead. This unexpected dynamic left the Belarusian star both surprised and thrilled, as she felt a strong wave of support throughout the match.

“Honestly, I expected them to be more on her side, but I felt like I had the crowd with me. It’s always special to get that kind of energy, especially when you’re playing against a home favorite,” Sabalenka said in her post-match interview.

Sabalenka’s Statement Win

Sabalenka crushed Keys in straight sets, showcasing her raw power and relentless aggression. She dominated the rallies, neutralized Keys’ strengths, and never allowed the American to settle into the match.

With this win, Sabalenka advances to the Indian Wells final, where she will face Mirra Andreeva in a highly anticipated showdown. As she looks to capture another WTA 1000 title, the reigning Australian Open champion is riding high on confidence—both in her game and in her growing fan support around the world.