In a stunning display of skill and experience, veteran tennis player Victoria Azarenka advanced swiftly to the second round of the 2025 French Open. The match against Belgium's Yanina Wickmayer was nothing short of remarkable, lasting only 48 minutes and resulting in an impressive double bagel scoreline of 6-0, 6-0. This victory not only highlights Azarenka's prowess but also sets her apart as the oldest player in the Open era to secure such a decisive win at a Grand Slam event.
Adding to her legacy, Azarenka becomes the first woman in history to achieve a Grand Slam double bagel across three different decades. Her opponent, Wickmayer, who plans to retire after this summer’s Wimbledon, managed just one game point throughout the encounter. Demonstrating her dominance, Azarenka executed 15 winning shots and claimed 49 out of the 66 points contested. Conversely, Wickmayer struggled with 26 unforced errors, contributing significantly to her downfall. Since the year 2000, only Maria Sharapova and Kim Clijsters surpass Azarenka in the number of 6-0, 6-0 victories at Grand Slam tournaments.
Azarenka's performance underscores the enduring nature of talent and dedication in sports. Her ability to maintain peak form well into her mid-thirties serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes worldwide. With this triumph marking her first double bagel win at a major since the 2016 Australian Open, she continues to defy age-related expectations in professional tennis. Looking ahead, Azarenka will face either former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin or local favorite Varvara Gracheva in the upcoming round, setting the stage for another thrilling encounter on clay.
