Aryna Sabalenka’s recurring struggles in Grand Slam finals this year have highlighted a critical weakness as she approaches the US Open 2025. The world No. 1 has reached the finals of all three majors in 2025—losing to Madison Keys at the Australian Open (6-3, 2-6, 7-5), Coco Gauff at the French Open (6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4), and Amanda Anisimova in the Wimbledon semifinals (6-4, 4-6, 6-4)—yet failed to secure a title. Her repeated mistake appears to be a lack of mental resilience and trust in high-pressure moments. Sabalenka has admitted to losing confidence, stopping her shots, and making unforced errors, notably 70 in the French Open final, which she called her “worst final ever.” She’s acknowledged needing to “be the brave one” and trust her abilities, suggesting her emotional intensity—while an asset—sometimes unravels under stress, as seen in her frustration with conditions and self-criticism post-match. This pattern, evident across her three-set losses to American players, could jeopardize her US Open chances unless she addresses this psychological hurdle.
