Aryna Sabalenka Eliminated from China Open by Nikola Bartunkova

Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 4, 2026 —

Second-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has been eliminated from the China Open tournament held in Beijing. The upset occurred when she faced competitor Nikola Bartunkova.

The match concluded in straight sets, with Bartunkova emerging victorious. Specific details regarding the scoreline or the exact round of the tournament were not provided in the summary. Sabalenka, who held the second-ranked position in the WTA rankings, was considered a strong contender in the event.

The China Open is a significant event on the professional tennis calendar, attracting top players from around the globe. Bartunkova’s performance marks a notable achievement in the tournament. The summary did not include information on Bartunkova’s ranking or previous performance in the tournament, nor did it specify the date of the match.

Following this result, Sabalenka’s path in the China Open has concluded. The tournament continues with other seeded players advancing. Further details about the match, including statistics or post-match comments, were not available in the provided summary.

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