World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a hard-fought victory at the Cincinnati Open, needing six match points to overcome her opponent in a tense encounter.
The win reinforces Sabalenka's confidence as she continues her dominant run on the professional tennis circuit, aiming for another major title this season.
Other top seeds, including Iga Swiatek, also cruised through their opening matches, setting the stage for a highly competitive tournament in the coming days.