Aryna Sabalenka și-a început parcursul la China Open cu o victorie

Aryna Sabalenka, ranked second in women's tennis, won her opening match at the China Open against Renata Zarazúa with a score of 6-1, 6-3. This match marked her first appearance since losing the US Open final to Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka showcased her dominance with 36 winners and 11 aces, finishing the match in just 62 minutes. She will face Nikola Bartůňková in the next round. Meanwhile, Naomi Osaka also progressed after defeating Maria Timofeeva in a three-set match.